BREAKING: Pandemonium As Protest Breaks Out in Nasarawa Over Supreme Court Verdict

• There is serious unrest in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, moments after the Supreme Court gave its final verdict on the governorship election dispute
• Streams of protesters flooded the streets and Lafia-Jos highway to protest the apex court's verdict that ruled in favour of the incumbent, Abdullahi Sule
• Reports gathered from the protest scene confirmed that shop owners and other businesses have been shut down

Legit.ng journalist Segun Adeyemi has over 9 years of experience covering political events, civil societies, courts, and metro

Lafia, Nasarawa - Demonstrations erupted in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, in response to the Supreme Court's decision validating Governor Abdullahi Sule's victory in the state election on March 18, 2023.

Protesters have obstructed the Lafia-Jos road, creating a blockade by setting bonfires to impede travellers and other motorists.

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According to Daily Trust, who was at the scene of the protest, reports that motorists had to take alternative routes out of Lafia.

Mallam Dogo Audu, an automotive technician, has urged an increase in the presence of security personnel to quell tension and prevent further escalation.

Additionally, reports indicate that proprietors of shops and business centres have closed their establishments.

Police sign peace pact

Before the commencement of the protest, it was reported that a peace accord was established between the Nasarawa State Police Command and the leaders of both the PDP and APC in anticipation of the Supreme Court's decision.

Recall that earlier today, the Supreme Court upheld the Court of Appeal's ruling that nullifying Governor Sule's election was invalid.

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In a unanimous decision by a five-member panel, the apex court confirmed the victory of Governor Sule from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the gubernatorial election held on March 18, 2023.

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The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal filed by former deputy senate president Ovie Omo-Agege and the APC against Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State.

In other appeals filed by the SDP and Labour Party candidates, Kenneth Gbagi and Kennedy Pela, the court also affirmed the governor's victory.

According to the Supreme Court, the appellants failed to prove their cases as required by the law and, therefore, dismissed their appeals.

Source: Legit.ng