Bayelsa Governor Diri Reacts to Supreme Court Victory

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Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has expressed his gratitude to God for his victory in the Supreme Court, which affirmed his candidacy in the November 2019 gubernatorial election. Diri described the ruling as a divine intervention in the affairs of the 'Prosperity Government', stating that it has rekindled the people's confidence in the Judiciary. He commended the Supreme Court for its uprightness and incorruptibility in the dispensation of justice.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Governor Diri, affirming his candidacy in the November 2019 gubernatorial election.
  • The court dismissed a suit by Timi Alaibe, a governorship aspirant on the platform of PDP, challenging Diri's candidacy.
  • Governor Diri attributed his victory to God's divine intervention, stating that it has rekindled the people's confidence in the Judiciary.
  • The governor commended the Supreme Court for its uprightness and incorruptibility in the dispensation of justice.
  • Diri urged people of the state and those in opposition to join hands with him in building the state.
  • The Supreme Court's ruling has been described as a victory for the government's "Prosperity Agenda".
  • The governor's deputy, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, represented him at the state Government House Chapel during the speech.

Statistics:

  • The November 2019 gubernatorial election took place in Bayelsa State.
  • The Supreme Court dismissed a suit by Timi Alaibe, with Justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour presiding over the case.
  • The ruling rekindled the people's confidence in the Judiciary.
  • Governor Diri has been at the helm of the state's government since (no specific date mentioned).
  • The Supreme Court's uprightness and incorruptibility have been commended by supporters of the government.

Sources:

  • *Supreme Court uphold Governor Diri's candidacy in Bayelsa*.
  • *Timi Alaibe loses appeal against Diri's candidacy*.