The Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ Cross River State Council has congratulated the State governor Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu whose election victory has been upheld by the Supreme Court.
In a congratulatory message signed by the state chairman of the union, Comrade Nsa Gill, and secretary Comrade Solomon Azu
the NUJ applauded the Supreme Court Justices for ensuring that the sanctity of the votes of the people of Cross River State was not compromised.
“This decision has renewed the faith of Nigerians in the Judiciary as it has demonstrated that it is the last hope of the common man,” it noted.
“These victories resonate not only with the opposition parties but also with the citizens of Cross River State, who voted massively for Governor Bassey Otu.
“While commending the Supreme Court for the courageous decision handed down, which has vindicated INEC’s earlier position, It is imperative to refer to the decisions of the State Election Tribunal and Appeal Court who upheld his election.
“This victory is coming at a time when Cross Riverians have started enjoying the ‘Season of Sweetness’ and have embraced the ‘People First Agenda’ of the Governor which they rightly voted for.
The NUJ described the outcome of the Supreme Court judgment as victory for all Cross Riverians and welcomed the message from the opposition People Democratic Party governorship candidate, finally accepting defeat after the Supreme Court judgment and pledging his preparedness to work with the Governor in building a strong and virile Cross River State.
“Now that the election is over, It is time to put aside political differences and work harmoniously to ensure good governance which will be of benefit to all Cross Riverians,”
The NUJ therefore congratulated the governor and prayed that the tenure would be fruitful.
