The spirited attempt by the candidate of the Action Congress of Nigeria (APC) in the November 16, 17 and 30, 2013 Anambra governorship election, Senator Chris Ngige, Comrade Tony Nwoye of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) factional aspirant, Dr. Chike Obidigbo, to unseat Governor Willie Obiano has collapsed like a pack of cards.
Chief Obiano of APGA was the only one among the contenders left smiling as the Anambra State Governorship Election Tribunal sitting in the state capital Awka finally rendered judgement in the matter.
The tribunal headed by Justice Ishaq Bello upheld Obiano’s victory, declaring him the validly elected Governor of Anambra State.
The last judgement is being read. Readers shold expect details once it is over," said News Express Senior Correspondent Pamela Eboh in an sms from the court room.
The tribunal, started hearing on February 24, concluded on May 14 and adopted addresses by the lead counsel to all the parties involved in the litigation on May 23.
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