Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has declared that his recent victory at the Supreme Court is not a personal triumph but one for the entire people of Ondo State.
Speaking on his return to Akure from Abuja, where he was warmly received by a large crowd at Democracy Park, Aiyedatiwa described the apex court’s ruling as a testament to the strength and independence of the Nigerian judiciary.
“This victory is not mine alone. It belongs to every citizen of Ondo State who stood for democracy, fairness, and justice,” the governor said.
The Supreme Court had affirmed Aiyedatiwa’s victory in the November 16, 2024, governorship election after the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Agboola Ajayi, withdrew his appeal, effectively ending the legal contest.
Aiyedatiwa expressed appreciation to his legal team for their professionalism and to the judiciary for upholding justice “without fear or favour.”
He also thanked President Bola Tinubu for his leadership, noting that good governance thrives when equity and fairness are upheld.
Prominent supporters of the governor praised the judgment, calling it a victory for democracy and the people’s mandate.
Ifedayo Abegunde, Director of Corporate Affairs at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), described the ruling as proof that the people’s votes were not in vain.
Former Deputy Governor Abdulazeez Oluboyo commended Aiyedatiwa’s historic achievement of winning across all local government areas in the state during the election, assuring citizens of continued good governance.
Also speaking, former Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Omowumi Ohwovoriole, called the judgment “the end of discussion” regarding the election outcome, expressing confidence that the Aiyedatiwa administration would usher in development, peace, and stability across the state.
