The Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, has congratulated the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, on his victory at the Supreme Court, which affirmed his election as the duly elected Governor of Edo State.
Governor Aliyu described the Supreme Court’s judgment as a victory not only for the people of Edo State but for democracy in Nigeria as a whole.
He stated that the dismissal of Ighodalo’s appeal by the apex court for lacking merit demonstrates to the world that the Nigerian judiciary is truly independent and committed to upholding justice.
“On behalf of the good people of Sokoto State, I congratulate my colleague and brother, Governor Monday Okpebholo, on this well-deserved victory,” Governor Aliyu said.
“This is a victory for the entire APC family and for all well-meaning Nigerians,” he added.
Governor Aliyu urged Governor Okpebholo to remain focused on delivering the dividends of democracy to all corners of Edo State.
He wished him a rewarding and successful tenure in office.
The information was contained in a press statement issued by the Governor’s Press Secretary, Abubakar Bawa.
11-07-2025
