I Won’t Challenge Edo Election Outcome – Akpata

Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party candidate in the Edo state governorship election, has announced his decision not to challenge the outcome of the poll in court.

Instead, he has chosen to focus on grassroots mobilization and advocacy for electoral reform.

In a statement released on Saturday night, Akpata said, “After extensive deliberations with my legal team and key stakeholders, I have made the decision not to challenge the recent election results before the tribunal.

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This choice, borne out of deep reflection and rigorous analysis, transcends mere political calculation.”

Akpata, a former president of the Nigerian Bar Association, stated that his decision was not a capitulation to injustice but a resolute stand against a flawed system.

“I choose to rise above the quagmire of protracted legal battles that sometimes serve to legitimise a fundamentally compromised process. Instead, I commit myself to the arduous but necessary task of systemic reform.”

The Labour Party candidate denied claims of a secret alliance with the APC, saying, “I want to be crystal clear: these allegations are not just false; they are a malicious attempt to tarnish my reputation and the principles I stand for.”