Mr Okpebholo claimed that the former Anambra governor lacked the popularity and capacity to secure the needed votes in his state.
INEC chair Joash Amupitan announced this on Thursday during the swearing-in ceremony of a new national commissioner, Jamila Malafa, in Abuja.
Mr Aliyu stated that the party accepted the apex court’s decision, adding that the BOT had stepped in to provide leadership to avoid a vacuum.
He said the gesture was in appreciation of the governor’s support and commitment to agricultural development in the state.
The host governor described the intervention as a demonstration of compassionate leadership.
Mr Abdulganiy noted that the extension would help accommodate new priorities.
Mr Obeji commended the governor for restoring peace and stability in the rice mill cluster.
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The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charge.
The court adjourned the case until May 19 for mention.
Mr Babaseyi said that preliminary investigation showed that the suspects were part of a four-man gang.
