The PDP member representing Jos South, Jos East Federal Constituency in Plateau state, Honourable Musa Bagos has called on his constituents to remain calm.
This comes following the outcome of the Election Tribunal nullifying the election of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP elections in Plateau state,
He said that the court judgment raises a lot of questions.
“For the Lord your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory.” Deuteronomy 20:4. Democracy is for the people and with the people I will always stand,” Hon Bagos said.
He said that the outcome of the Election Tribunal was against the mandate of the good people of Jos South, Jos East Federal Constituency and raises a lot of questions.
” Can a mandate with an overwhelming winning vote of over 95,000 against 31,000 be a mere academic exercise? It clearly shows that the wishes of the people don’t really matter for reasons of unfounded interests. Previous tribunal judgements have held that only party members or the party itself have the locus standi to challenge the nomination and sponsorship of a candidate. Furthermore, such issues are pre-election matters, I can’t help but wonder why this panel thought differently,” he said
He also called on the supporters of PDP to remain calm and resolute as the affected candidates seek redress in the Court Of Appeal as the PDP had since complied.
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