The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Oladipupo Adebutu, has reacted to the court ruling directing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to restore his name to the list of candidates for the 2027 election within 24 hours.
Recall that the federal high court, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu, gave the order kn Abuja on Friday.
Reacting to the ruling, Adebutu described the development as a significant victory for justice, the rule of law and democratic principles.
In a statement, he said, “Today, the judiciary has reaffirmed the confidence reposed in it.”
He added that the judgment was “an important step towards resolving the issue” surrounding the omission of his name from INEC’s published list of candidates.
Adebutu also expressed appreciation to the PDP national leadership, particularly Nyesom Wike and the party’s National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, as well as the Ogun State chapter and his supporters for their support throughout the legal proceedings.
He urged his supporters to remain calm, focused and resolute, stressing that their mission was bigger than an individual or political contest.
“Our mission has always been bigger than an individual or a political contest. It is about the welfare of our people, the progress of our state and the right of every citizen to participate meaningfully in choosing the leadership they desire,” he said.
The PDP candidate further reaffirmed his commitment to engaging the people of Ogun State and addressing the challenges confronting the state, declaring that “nothing will distract us from that responsibility".
Ogun 2027: Adebutu reacts as court orders INEC to restore his name