Gusau, Zamfara State – The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains unwavering in its confidence, asserting that the party is poised for a resounding victory in the anticipated rerun election directed by the Court of Appeal.
This assurance was conveyed by Buhari Maijega, the State’s PDP spokesman, during a recent telephone interview with journalists in Gusau, the state capital.
Maijega exuded confidence as he declared that Governor Dauda Lawal, despite the recent court decision, would emerge victorious in the rerun election.
Pointing to Lawal’s substantial lead of over 65,000 votes against his APC opponent, former Governor Bello Mattawalle, in the previous governorship election, Maijega emphasized that the total votes to be contested in the designated local government areas did not surpass 100,000.
Expressing skepticism about the ability of the APC to secure all the votes in the forthcoming rerun, Maijega cited potential security challenges that might hinder voter turnout, particularly in areas affected by banditry.
“It would be very impossible for the APC to secure all the votes in the forthcoming rerun election,” he asserted.
Governor Lawal’s advantageous position, as highlighted by Maijega, has led the PDP spokesman to believe in the incumbent’s chances.
He hinted at the possibility of a legal challenge, suggesting that Lawal might contest the Court of Appeal’s judgment at the Supreme Court, indicating a tough battle for Mattawalle.
Calling on APC members and supporters to rally behind Governor Dauda Lawal, Maijega urged them to turn out in large numbers for the rerun election in Maradun, Bukkuyum, and Birnin Magaji local government areas.
Despite not actively campaigning, Maijega expressed optimism that Lawal would garner additional votes and retain his governorship position.
“I am appealing to our supporters to remain calm.
We will, by the grace of God, sail through,” concluded Maijega, reaffirming the PDP’s confidence in securing victory in the face of the upcoming electoral challenge.
