Imo Governor Hope Uzodinma has expressed delight about Friday’s judgment of the Supreme Court affirming his re-election.
In a statement on Friday evening, Governor Uzodinma, who commended the Judiciary for upholding justice, said he was rededicating himself to the service of the people of Imo State.
He said since the issues around the election have been finally put to rest by the Supreme, it was time for all to work for the growth and progress of the state.
The statement reads: “A few hours ago, the Supreme Court confirmed me as the duly elected Governor of Imo State, arising from the November 11th, 2023 governorship election.
“It is therefore, with a heart full of gratitude that I thank God Almighty for granting me another victory after I had also emerged victorious at the tribunal and the Court of Appeal.
“I express my gratitude to the Supreme Court for upholding the law despite the barrage of blackmail and intimidation by those who wanted sentiments to obfuscate justice.
“When Imo people overwhelmingly reelected me last year as their governor, it was simply based on my sterling performance, which remains unprecedented in the modern history of the state. During my second tenure inauguration, I pledged to serve them with renewed vigour, with honesty and transparency and accountability and with the fear of God.
“Today, with this Supreme Court victory, which I dedicate to all Imo people, irrespective of political or religious affiliation, I rededicate myself to the service of the good people of Imo state. To my brothers who contested with me during the election, I re-invite them to join me in the task of reinventing Imo to the state of our shared dreams.
“My doors will continue to remain open to all Imo people genuinely committed to the betterment of our society. Now that all issues pertaining to the election have been resolved, let us all work for the peace and progress of our dear state.”
