Nasarawa State's Battle for Justice: Rigged Elections, Unrest, and the People's Struggle for Genuine Democracy

 Nasarawa State, Nigeria, has become the epicenter of a political storm following allegations of a rigged gubernatorial election that favored the incumbent Governor, Abdullahi Sule of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The controversy, characterized by result fabrication, electoral suppression, and falsification of results, ignited widespread protests as the people vehemently contested what they believed was a subversion of their democratic rights.

Despite mounting evidence and the peaceful outcry against the alleged election irregularities, Governor Abdullahi Sule chose not to address the concerns raised by the citizens. Instead, he opted to escalate the political temperature by injecting religious coloration and resorting to derogatory name-calling against the peaceful protesters. This strategy aimed to deflect attention from the core issues at hand and divide the protesters along religious lines.

Governor Sule and Coopt and known Feudal lords  injected religious coloration into the protest, engaging in derogatory name-calling against the peaceful demonstrators and exploiting divisive narratives, claiming that allowing a Christian to govern Nasarawa State would endanger Islam.

Another baseless narrative emerged, attempting to discredit Dr. David Ombugadu based on age and experience when whereas we have had  current President as Lagos State and best performed Governor at 47. The illogical argument suggested that Ombugadu's 45 years and eight years of federal legislative experience is obviously, logically and politically superior  to Sule's background in the manufacturing sector, obviously lacking any elective or governance experience. These red herrings, coupled with religious and ethnic insinuations, further show pettiness and irresponsibility from the pact of a supposed  Governor expected to be just to all regardless of religion or ethnic affiliation .

The peaceful protests persisted, demanding justice and the recognition of the true winner, Dr. David Ombugadu of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). The people's commitment to the cause faced a major setback when the Election Tribunal ruled in favor of Dr. Ombugadu. However, this initial victory was short-lived as the Appeal Court, believed by many to have been influenced by powerful individuals with vested interests, controversially overturned the tribunal's decision and reinstated Governor Abdullahi Sule.

The prevailing belief among the populace is that certain bourgeoisie individuals, who have been exploiting the state's resources with the aid of Governor Sule, orchestrated the Appeal Court's decision. Allegations of bribery and manipulation cast a shadow over the integrity of the judicial process, leading to a deepening sense of unrest and frustration among the people.

The situation took a tragic turn when a peaceful protest was met with excessive force as a military vehicle was deployed to suppress the demonstrators. In a horrifying turn of events, the military vehicle ran over and injured several protesters, turning a peaceful demonstration into a chaotic and tragic incident despite people freedom of peaceful assembly as embedded in chapiter 4 of the country sacrosanct constitution of the country, the action of the Military  brandishing their weapon amidst people peaceful protect to the extent of running them over show how decay and barbaric the Military is becoming in recent time as an instrument oppression which can also be evident in the Military invasion of a state police headquarter, harassing and shaving people head for their style of hair they actual right is really barbaric and believe such disgraceful and barbarism needs to curb by the rank and file of the Military  

Nasarawa State is currently in the grip of what many describe as an absolute perversion of justice. The few, allegedly exploiting the state's resources for personal gain, are forcefully attempting to impose their will on the majority. The citizens remain undaunted, standing firm in their commitment to paying any price to restore justice and bring back Dr. David Ombugadu, who is widely believed to have legitimately won the gubernatorial election.

Dr. Ombugadu, recognized for his people-oriented approach and commitment to equality, stands as a stark contrast to the perceived self-serving interests of the current administration. The record reflects his dedication to utilizing state resources for the betterment of the entire populace, challenging the status quo that allegedly prioritizes the interests of a select few.

As Nasarawa State grapples with this unprecedented political crisis, the struggle for justice and fair governance unfolds, testing the resilience of democratic values and the commitment of the people to upholding their rights against formidable forces. The people implore the judiciary to examine the allegations and restore faith in the democratic process. The hope lies in the Supreme Court's intervention to rectify the perceived injustices, ensuring the recovery of the people's mandate and the affirmation of Dr. David Ombugadu as the duly elected governor generally believed to have scored the highest vote during the Governorship election. 

Controversial Twist: Nasarawa's Stolen Mandates Remain in Limbo ( Will the will of the Feudal lords Prevail over the will of the people)

 The revelation that Nasarawa State's stolen mandates would remain unrecovered reverberated through the entire populace, evoking widespread shock and concern. The Justice Ezekiel-led tribunal had previously reinstated these mandates by declaring David Ombugadu, the PDP candidate, the legitimate winner, despite apprehensions of electoral malpractice. This decision resonated with the prevailing belief that he had genuinely secured the majority vote in the election.

Expectations were high for the appellate court to validate the tribunal's decision, echoing the will of the Nasarawa people. However, the outcome took an unexpected turn, deviating from the tribunal's verdict. Speculation has arisen that the appellate court may be yielding to external pressures, reminiscent of the events surrounding the same candidate in 2019.

A growing perception among the public asserts that the appellate court is undermining its credibility and integrity. The central question persists: when will the authentic will of the Nasarawa people be genuinely acknowledged? The influence of affluent individuals allegedly exploiting the state's resources for personal gain, as disclosed in the late Militia Terrorist GANA's confession, raises serious concerns about the motives behind subverting the people's choices.

Governor Abdulahi Sule's involvement further complicates the situation, with accusations of fanning ethnic and religious tensions, despite benefiting from a tribunal with a judge formation favoring him in 2019. His disparaging remarks about protesters expressing legitimate concerns and attempts to link governance to religious affiliations add a troubling dimension to the situation.

The notion that Nasarawa should not be governed by a Christian, with claims that it would be detrimental to Islam, challenges the principles of an egalitarian society. Additionally, arguments asserting that a 45-year-old with legislative experience is too young to govern Nasarawa are refuted by examples of prominent leaders like the Current President of the Federal republic of Nigeria (Lagos Governor at 47, Macron of France at 39 and other) assuming significant roles at a similar age, highlighting the apparent hypocrisy of those attempting to subvert the people's will.

Further raising concerns is the questionable conduct of the appellate court, notably the premature announcement of the judgment on Twitter by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, 24 hours before the official delivery. This casts doubts on the transparency and integrity of the appellate court's proceedings.

As Nasarawa's political landscape becomes increasingly convoluted, many eagerly await answers, hoping that the judiciary, potentially through the Supreme Court, will address these concerns and restore faith in the democratic process. Meanwhile, peaceful protests emerge as a legitimate means for the people to express dissatisfaction with those perceived as exploiting the system for personal gain, demanding justice and fairness in governance. The awakening of the citizenry signals a collective rejection of the perceived electoral robbery and a call for the restoration of the mandate freely given to Dr. David Ombugadu of the PDP