In a landmark ruling, the Kano Court of Appeal has certified the true copy (CTC) judgment, thereby confirming the erroneous judgment of the Tribunal. The court’s decision has resolved all issues in favor of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
The Kano Court of Appeal, led by a panel of eminent judges, reviewed the case thoroughly before reaching its groundbreaking verdict. The tribunal’s judgment, previously considered binding, has now been deemed incorrect and subsequently set aside.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, who has been fighting tirelessly to establish the truth of the matter, expressed immense satisfaction at the court’s decision. He firmly believed in the strength of his case and his unwavering commitment to justice.
The court ruling aims to rectify the injustice suffered by Governor Yusuf during the tribunal’s earlier verdict. Furthermore, it has ordered the All Progressives Congress (APC) to compensate the governor with a sum of 1 million Naira as a token of their wrongdoing.
This restitution comes after years of litigation and intense legal battles, each aimed at establishing the truth behind the contested election results. The governor’s legal team, led by renowned human rights activist Femi Falana SAN, fervently argued that the tribunal erred in its original ruling.
Femi Falana SAN, commending the court’s decision, noted that it not only affirmed the justice system but also exposed the tribunal’s erroneous judgment. Falana expressed satisfaction that the truth had finally prevailed in this protracted struggle for justice.
As the judgment becomes final, it will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications for future legal battles in Nigeria. This landmark ruling reinforces the strength and independence of the judiciary, allowing individuals to trust in the legal system to deliver justice.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, relieved and elated by the judgment, thanked his legal team, supporters, and all those who stood by him during this trying period. He emphasized that the ruling would not detract from his goal to govern diligently and fulfill his promises to the people of Kano State.
The Kano Court of Appeal’s verdict serves as both a measure of recompense for the governor and a reminder to all political parties to maintain integrity and fairness in their pursuit of power. It reiterates that justice will ultimately prevail, ensuring that the rule of law remains a cornerstone of Nigerian democracy.
