In the build-up to the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Nasarawa state governorship election held on March 18, 2023, women from Nasarawa state are urging the court to uphold its independence and resist external pressures....CONTINUE READING
The coalition, comprising representatives from various organisations and civil society groups, expressed their plea through a staged protest at the Unity Fountain in Abuja on Thursday, January 18.
The Supreme Court is expected to give a final verdict on Friday, Jan. 19. Photo Credit: David Ombugadu/Abdullahi SuleSource: FacebookDuring the demonstration, the women displayed placards with messages in solidarity for a fair hearing at the apex court.
The protesters emphasised the importance of the judiciary remaining impartial and free from external influences.
Deaconess and evangelist Lydia Cletus Auta, speaking on behalf of the women, highlighted that the residents of Nasarawa state had collectively voted for Hon. David Ombugadu.
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She asserted that any verdict diverging from the people’s choice would not be accepted.
Auta urged the judiciary to resist any attempts at manipulation based on religious affiliations, emphasising the crucial need for fairness and justice in the decision-making process.
She said:
The women urged the authorities to guarantee transparency and openness in managing the case and to release a verdict that accurately represents public opinion.
They also appealed to the judges to withstand external pressures and decide the outcome based solely on the merits of their case.
