Supreme Court Victory: Wike dedicates victory to God

Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has dedicated his victory at the Supreme Court to God.

In a broadcast to the people, Wike said his faith in democracy and the judiciary remains unshaken.

“First of all, I dedicate this victory to God Almighty and the course of justice, recognising the hardwork, commitment and dedication of millions of Nigerians who are working towards a better and fairer society. The Supreme Court of Nigeria has sealed the justness of our cause.

“Justice Learned Hand, once rightly observed: “If we are to keep democracy, there must be a commandment: thou shall not ration justice.” “Today, we, the people of Rivers State are beneficiaries of justice in its true measure. “We salute the courage and determination of the Supreme Court of Nigeria to always uphold the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the rule of law in our democracy.

“Throughout this journey I have severally reaffirmed our confidence in the independence and integrity of the judiciary as well as its unassailable role as the last hope of the common man. History, they say, will continue to vindicate the just.”

The governor also thanked his kinsmen for their support and pledged to retain their trust and goodwill, with a promise to do more for them.

“We thank the residents and people of Rivers State, and indeed, all men and women of goodwill, for standing with us throughout the trying moments of the last seven months. Let me especially appreciate our traditional rulers, chiefs and elders; our spiritual and religious fathers, women, brothers and sisters, and our politically conscious and economically vibrant youths. This is your victory. “Your goodwill, support and prayers provided the impetus for today’s victory. I can never thank you enough!

“Let me also acknowledge the entire leadership and membership of the Peoples Democratic Party at all levels for the hard work that culminated in our electoral victory, which has been reaffirmed by the Supreme Court.

“My beloved people of Rivers State, it has been a long way to today! Although we may have been slowed down by the distractions of the unnecessary litigation, we never lost focus of our vision for a new Rivers State. Indeed, this victory has re-invigorated us towards accelerating our development agenda.”

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