In a jubilant response to the Supreme Court’s landmark verdict on Friday, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf conveyed his overwhelming happiness after being reinstated to his position.
Governor Abba Yusuf, in an exclusive interview, expressed his elation, stating, “I feel extremely happy, as you can see, so many people are happy and cheering. So, I feel happy.”
The Supreme Court ruling, which took place on January 12, 2024, unequivocally confirmed the legality of Governor Yusuf’s election, dismissing claims of illegal ballot papers. Abba Yusuf addressed this aspect, saying, “The Supreme Court has confirmed that there was no illegality as far as the election is concerned.
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They were saying illegal ballot papers, INEC had confirmed that the ballot papers belonged to them, they were issued by them, and the Supreme Court justices have just confirmed that also, that there was no illegality and the people are aware.”
Asserting his sense of vindication, Governor Abba Yusuf stated, “I feel justified, I feel that issue has been set aside because there was no justification whatsoever.” He emphasized the clarity brought by the Supreme Court’s decision, dispelling any doubts surrounding the legitimacy of his victory.
Expressing gratitude to the people of Kano State and beyond, Governor Yusuf said, “For my good people, the first thing is to say a big thank you to everybody for all the support, the prayers they have been rendering for the last seven months of my administration.
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Not only Kano State people but the entire good people of Nigeria as well as other good people across the globe. So, I just want to say a big thank you to everybody.”
The protracted legal battle stemmed from Governor Yusuf’s challenge against the lower courts’ decision, which nullified his election and declared Nasiru Gawuna of the All Progressives Congress as the winner.
The Supreme Court’s definitive ruling has not only restored Governor Yusuf to power but has also affirmed the integrity of the electoral process in Kano State.
