As the governorship tussle in Abia state finally comes to conclusion, following the Supreme Court verdict in favour of the governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, the governor has responded to the congratulatory message sent to him by his opponent, Dr. Uche Ogah.

Recall that after the Supreme Court verdict, Dr. Uche Ogah had congratulated Dr. Ikpeazu. Dr. Ikpeazu has now reciprocated that peaceful gesture by writing to Dr. Ogah. Below is a copy of the letter:

May 19, 2017.

Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah, OON.

My dear brother,

RE: CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE

I write to personally acknowledge the message of congratulations sent to us by your goodself following the final judicial imprimatur given to my mandate by the Supreme Court of Nigeria on Friday, May 12, 2017 as the lawfully nominated and duly elected Governor of Abia State.

First, I wish to draw your attention to the fact that in my administration, the title HIS EXCELLENCY, as used in your letter is not applicable. This is a policy statement that has been in place since my inauguration, please.

As was widely reported in the media, as soon as the Supreme Court delivered that judgment, I immediately issued a statement wherein I urged all parties to sheath their swords and put the interest of our dear fledgling state above narrow and personal political interests.

I also made it clear that I have, in the interest of...

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