Lawan Accepts Court Judgement on Senatorial District Candidacy

Ahmad Lawan, the President of the Senate, has stated that he will not challenge the decision made on Wednesday by the Federal High Court, Damaturu, in Yobe State, regarding the upcoming elections for the Yobe North Senatorial District.

In a statement he signed and distributed on Thursday, Lawan stated that he had accepted the court’s decision disqualifying him from running for office and participating in the election.

The statement titled: “Court Judgement on Yobe North Senatorial District Candidacy” reads:

“Yesterday, Wednesday, 28th September 2022, the Federal High Court in Damaturu judged the rightful candidate for Yobe North Senatorial District for the 2023 National Assembly elections.

“The said judgement disqualifies my candidature and, therefore, my participation in the elections.

“After consultations with my political associates, supporters and well-wishers, I have decided not to appeal against the judgement. I accept the judgement.

“At this juncture, I deem it appropriate to thank His Excellency, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, for the leadership role in the APC political family in Yobe State. I also thank His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni, for the support and brotherhood.

“To my constituents, I thank you all for your unflinching support, loyalty and unreserved commitment to the course of building our people and Yobe North Senatorial District and indeed Yobe State”.

The legislator reassured his constituents that he would always be available to help them, both directly and indirectly.

“We journeyed together for a long time, and this journey will remain a lifelong journey. It has been a wonderful relationship, and it can only get stronger. I am indebted to you all. Alhamdulillah,” the lawmaker stated.