The recent decision of the Court of Appeal in the case of members of the Rivers State Assembly who joined the APC is at the center of political news in Nigeria. This decision provoked significant reactions, notably from Moses Eguono, the national president of APCRG, a pressure group within the party. He welcomed the decision of the Court of Appeal not to reinstate Martins Amaewhule and 26 other members of the Rivers State Assembly who joined the APC.
Eguono called the decision a resounding victory for democracy, the rule of law and the principles of political integrity. He urged the APC to prepare to field candidates to fill the vacancies as soon as the Electoral Commission indicates its intention to hold a by-election to fill the vacant seats.
However, Eguono stressed that only credible candidates, sharing the principles and philosophy of the party, would be considered to represent the APC. He said: “Our candidates will be selected based on their adherence to our principles and philosophy. We will choose candidates who share our vision of a better Rivers State and a better Nigeria.”
The Court of Appeal’s decision to uphold the federal court’s verdict was warmly welcomed by the APCRG. For Eguono, this is a resounding judgment and a victory for democracy, the rule of law and the principles of political integrity. He praised the judiciary for preserving our democracy from political opportunism and destabilization.
In conclusion, this decision by the Court of Appeal regarding members of the Rivers State Assembly who joined the APC highlights the importance of the rule of law and democracy in the politics of Nigeria. It demonstrates the commitment to protecting political integrity and ensuring free and fair elections.