The Minister of States, Labour and Employment, Hon Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has described her victory at the Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Umuahia as one “ordained by God”
She has also dedicated it to the people of her constituency, saying that they are the true heroes of democracy even in the face of intimidation.
The minister, in a statement issued Wednesday by her Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Emameh Gabriel, described the outcome of her petition at the tribunal as a natural result of the selfless work snatched away from her people through the backdoor.
She said, “Today God has proven to be the ruler of the universe and has shown love to who He desired to bless even in the face of adversity and internal conspiracy.
The minister noted that the victory was a clear reminder of the confidence of the people in her capacity to continue to represent them in line with their hope and aspirations.
Onyejeocha commended the judiciary for rising up to the occasion even in the face of intimidation and several attempts to blackmail the noble body.
Finally, she thanked her people for their support and persistence in the last few months, saying they are the true heroes of democracy.
“Today is theirs to celebrate and I thank God Almighty for everything He has done and for leading me through this path all these years”.