- congratulates Olujimi, consoles ex Senate spokesman
State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has consoled former Senate spokesman, Prince Dayo Adeyeye, over Wednesday’s Appeal Cour ruling which nullified his election.
He described the judgement as more painful, noting that the ruling of the appellate court remains the final in the matter.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Yinka Oyebode, in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, he urged Adeyeye to remain calm despite the judicial pronouncement, saying that the ruling, though shocking and unexpected, is not the end of his political career nor his public service.
Nevertheless, Fayemi described Adeyeye as a dogged fighter and a politician of repute who is loved by his people.
He said he was convinced that the former Senate Spokesman would bounce back and play a more significant role in Nigerian politics.
He said the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Senator campaigned vigorously during the last election and got the endorsement of the people of the district, adding that the appellate court’s ruling quite disturbing.
Fayemi’s words:“As we continue to deepen our democratic culture, we cannot but witness occasional setbacks of this nature. It is part of the sacrifice for our nation building.
“We must accept the decision of the appellate court which is the final arbiter in this particular election petition, with equanimity, though quite painfully.
“I am convinced that Adeyeye will bounce back, in view of the pride of place he occupies in the hearts of his people.” The Governor said.
While congratulating Senator Abiodun Olujimi for the victory, Fayemi also urged her to be magnanimous in victory and ensure that the Ekiti interest is paramount in her agenda in the Senate.
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