Appeal Court Affirms Election of Ogun Governor Dapo Abiodun

The Court of Appeal sitting in Lagos has affirmed the election of Dapo Abiodun of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as winner of the Ogun State Governorship election.

The Appeal Court in a 2-1 majority judgement dismissed the appeal brought before it by the governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Hon. Ladi Adebutu.

The court dismissed the appeal for lack of merit.

And reacting to the judgment, Governor Abiodun said the court ruling “validates the authenticity of the mandate bestowed upon him at the election”.

Dear citizens and residents of Ogun State,

I sincerely wish to convey my deepest appreciation for your unwavering support throughout our journey. Today's triumph at the Court of Appeal not only validates the authenticity of the mandate you bestowed upon us during the last… pic.twitter.com/b2seKucnPG

— Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, CON (@DapoAbiodunCON) November 24, 2023