PDP's 2024 Edo governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, is heading to the Court of Appeal to challenge the tribunal's verdict affirming Monday Okpebholo as governor. He announced this in a statement hours after Wednesday’s ruling. ”I have, therefore, instructed my legal team to proceed to the Court of Appeal to challenge this decision, which we consider a huge travesty of justice. ”This is not about me or any single individual; it is about the very essence of democracy, the preservation of our collective right to freely determine our future, and the legacy we leave for generations unborn,” he said. Waffi TV reports that a three-member panel, led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, struck out Ighodalo’s petition due to a lack of merit and the failure to present competent witnesses to substantiate the claims of non-compliance with the Electoral Act. The PDP candidate urged his supporters and other party faithful to keep the peace and seek the rule of law in their fight for justice. ”As an avowed democrat, I respect the judiciary as the last hope of the common man, and I urge all of you, our dear good people of Edo State, to remain peaceful, calm and law-abiding in the aftermath of this Judgement. ”However, let it be clear: this is not the end of our journey, but the beginning of a greater struggle for justice, democracy, and the sanctity of the people’s mandate freely conferred on my running mate, Barr. Osarodion Ogie and I are on the platform of our great Party, the People’s Democratic Party, PDP,” he added. He stated that from the outset, the overwhelming support, genuine love, and shared vision for a prosperous Edo State have been the driving force behind their journey. He emphasized that their mission has never been about personal ambition but a deep commitment to establishing a clear Pathway to Prosperity for all Edo people while upholding democracy, justice, and the people's will. Ighodalo reaffirmed their unwavering resolve, commitment, and determination to pursue truth and justice.