In a recent development, the Lagos Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has made a significant decision by throwing out the petitions challenging the victory of Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the candidate of the APC, in the March 18th governorship election in Lagos state.
Justice Mikhail Abdullah, in a verdict delivered on Monday, September 25, 2023, dismissed the petitions presented by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour and the Labour Party, as well as Olajide Adediran of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). These petitions contested the election results and aimed to challenge the victory of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat.
This outcome marks a significant legal decision in the political landscape of Lagos state.
Stay tuned for further updates on this matter.