Ismail Abdulazeez Mantu Reporting
Plateau State, NigeriaÂ
In a surprising turn of events, the 16 Plateau State House of Assembly lawmakers who were recently ousted by the Appeal Court have declared their intention to resume legislative duties tomorrow.
The lawmakers assert that the recent Supreme Court judgment, which validated the election of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, has also served to vindicate their legitimacy as elected representatives.
The 16 affected members, all affiliated with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), were unseated by the Appeal Court in a decision that sent shockwaves through the state’s political landscape. However, the lawmakers are now buoyed by what they perceive as a positive outcome from the highest court in the land, reinforcing their claims to legislative authority.
In an official statement released by the sacked legislators, they emphasized that the Supreme Court’s judgment, which upheld Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s election, implicitly supports their own electoral victories. The lawmakers argue that the ruling affirms the overall credibility of the electoral process that brought them into office, despite the recent legal setback.
Notably, the 16 ousted PDP assembly members have rallied their supporters, urging them to converge at the state assembly premises to express solidarity. The legislators anticipate a significant turnout of their backers, who are expected to demonstrate their unwavering support in light of the recent pronouncements by the Supreme Court.
The impending resumption of the lawmakers raises questions about the potential for a political showdown within the state assembly. Observers are keenly watching how the existing members and the reinstated legislators will navigate the dynamics of this unexpected development, especially considering the existing tensions within the state’s political landscape.
As the Plateau State political scene brims with anticipation, tomorrow’s scheduled assembly sitting is poised to be a pivotal moment, shedding light on the complex interplay of legal decisions, political maneuvering, and the resilience of elected officials in the face of legal challenges. Truth Live News will continue to closely monitor the unfolding events and provide updates on this developing story.