The Labour Party (LP) in Enugu State says it remains resolute to recover the mandate freely given by the state electorate during the March 18 governorship and state assembly elections.

The party also appreciated Enugu people for believing in the party and showing the courage to say no to misrule with their Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs).

Dr Mcginger Ibeneme, spokesman for Labour Party in the state, made the remarks while reacting to the outcome of the polls whose result was finally declared on March 22.

Mr Ibeneme said that he was a bit sad about the outcome of the election, adding: “Not because we were not announced winners, but because we came close but they cheated as usual.”

He said, “I am proud about how we fought every step of the way. We were able to prove to the whole world that we won from all indications.”

The spokesman asserted that Chijioke Edeoga, Labour’s guber candidate, represents the fighting spirit of the oppressed people of Enugu State, and Nigeria; while he shone the light in the right places in the state.

The spokesperson noted that the last real election in the state would be the one between Okwy Nwodo and Gbazuagu Nweke Gbazuagu in 1991.

Mr Ibeneme noted that when Mr Edeoga indicated interest to run for governor they came after him, adding: “He was cajoled, he was harassed, he was threatened”.

“The results have been announced albeit to the disappointment of all well-meaning Enugu people and Nigerians in general. 

“Be rest assured that we are going to pursue our mandate through the courts,” Mr Ibeneme said.

(NAN)