Peter Obi Explains Why He Rejects PEPC Judgement, Heads To Apex Court

Mr. Peter Gregory Obi, the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate, has revealed why he rejected the results of the presidential election held on February 25, 2023, calling them “not conterminous with justice.”

Obi accepted the PEPC’s adherence to statutory time frames, expressed respect for the Court’s views and findings, but openly disagreed with the judgment’s rationale and final conclusions.

He declared his determination, as a presidential candidate and on behalf of the Labour Party, to immediately contest this ruling through the appellate process, as provided by the Federal Republic of Nigeria’s Constitution.

Noting that the PEPC is not the last authority in this subject, Obi stated that the duty now rests with the Supreme Court, in which he has faith.  He urged Nigerians to remain focused, resolute, and committed to peaceful procedures, highlighting the necessity of upholding the rule of law. He stated unequivocally that the situation had not yet reached its natural conclusion.

Obi indicated that his legal team has received firm orders to initiate an appeal against the PEPC’s judgment. He showed unrelenting commitment in his pursuit of justice, not only for himself but also for the tens of thousands of followers across the country whose election mandate he claimed was unlawfully obstructed by the Independent National Election Commission (INEC).

Obi emphasised the importance of strong national institutions and public trust in them for a successful democracy. He stated that if INEC performed its statutory obligations transparently and fairly, electoral litigation would be greatly reduced. However, when such authorities fail, as he claims INEC did in this case, the judiciary becomes an unavoidable last resort.

Obi expressed gratitude to every Nigerian who has contributed to their cause and the campaign for a New Nigeria based on the ideals of fairness, equity, justice, the rule of law, peace, prosperity, inclusion, sustainable growth, and development.

He personally praised his legal team, the Labour Party, the Obedient Family, and everyone who came to court every day. He closed his lecture with a benediction for all Nigerians and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.