By Joseph Edegbo
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State says the unanimous decision on Friday by the Nigeria’s Apex court, Supreme Court, has put a final seal on the mandate freely given to him by the good people of Kaduna State .
Sen. Uba Sani stated this in a statement he personally signed shortly after the verdict, and hailed his challenger, Hon Isa Hashiru for embracing the legal process which should be emulated by all lovers of democracy.
“The Supreme Court in a unanimous decision today put a final seal on the mandate freely given to me by the good people of Kaduna State. I commend the Honourable Justices of the Supreme Court for their sound judgement.
“I thank my dear brother, Hon. Isa Ashiru for embracing the legal process and ventilating his grievances. That is the democratic way and must be emulated by all persons and groups who are truly committed to the growth and development of Nigeria’s democracy.
‘With the legal disputations over, it is time for us to join hands to take Kaduna State to a higher level. We are running a people-centered, inclusive and pro-development administration. Our doors are open to all stakeholders in the Kaduna Project. Any citizen of Kaduna State who has something to contribute will be given an opportunity. It is about the glory of Kaduna State, not personal glory.
“Today’s verdict by the Supreme Court is a reminder to all of us that we were given a mandate to better the lots of our people. Rather than engage in wild celebrations, we must reflect on the challenges ahead and collectively apply ourselves to the tasks at hand. With abiding faith in the Almighty God, we shall deliver on the SUSTAIN Agenda and make Kaduna State a model of development in Nigeria”, the statement concludes.