Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State on Friday said his victory at the Supreme Court which voided the decision of the Court of Appeal has provided a boost for him to work more.
The Governor said his success in the rescue mission depends on the active collaboration of all stakeholders.
He therefore called on the opposition party to collaborate with his administration on its rescue mission.
According to him, the Supreme Court verdict is a victory for the people of Zamfara.
The Apex Court had earlier Friday, set aside the decision of the Court of Appeal Abuja, which declared the Zamfara Governorship Election inconclusive.
Delivering the lead decision of the Supreme Court, Emmanuel Agim described the judgement of the Court of Appeal as perverse and lacked evidential foundation.
In a statement by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris,
Governor Lawal in a statement his Senior Special Assistant (Media and Publicity) Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that the Apex Court verdict reflected the people’s desire for positive development and progress.
According to him, working together is critical to achieving sustainable state development.
He said, “The success of our collective efforts depends on the active collaboration of all stakeholders.
“Let’s prioritise collaboration and work towards a better future for our state. I am thrilled to have received affirmation of my election by the Supreme Court today. This verdict will boost our morale in fulfilling campaign promises.
“Today’s victory is confirmation of the collective decision made by the people of Zamfara State during the governorship election held in March last year. This victory is for all the people of Zamfara State.
“By my campaign manifesto, which serves as a guide for our rescue mission, my administration has taken swift action to liberate Zamfara from the shackles of poor governance.
“I am urging all people of Zamfara, including opposition parties, to unite and work together to rebuild and restore the state.
“My administration is on a mission to rebuild the state, and the Supreme Court’s decision is a victory for the people who trusted me.”
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