The Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has described his
victory at the Owerri High court against Mr. Friday
Nwosu as a victory of light over darkness, good
over evil and for judiciary and called on his brothers
in Abia North and South to shield their sword and
join him to develop Abia.
victory at the Owerri High court against Mr. Friday
Nwosu as a victory of light over darkness, good
over evil and for judiciary and called on his brothers
in Abia North and South to shield their sword and
join him to develop Abia.
The Governor made this call while hosting his team
of lawyers, who came back victoriously from Owerri
High court. He expressed happiness that the Judge
says he remains the Governor, having declared that
his tax papers are genuine and that he was qualified
to contest in the 2015 election.
Dr. Ikpeazu said that the attempt made against his
mandate was against the law, stating that God of
justice has spoke for him. He thanked Mr.
President, who said that 'status quo should be
maintained' until the court gives verdict and
appreciated Nigerian public for standing behind him
and the lawyers for their dogged fight, assuring that
he will continue to serve Abia sincerely.
Speaking, the lead counsel to the Governor, Barr.
Theo Nkeire described the judgement as the
beginning of their success in Dr. Ikpeazu's legal
battle. According to him tax law in Abia State runs
from January, 1st to December, 31st each year and
the day, whether Saturday or Sunday is immaterial.
He added that, the Judge said that the greatest
authority for tax issues is the Board of Internal
Revenue (B.I.R), informing that B.I.R through an
affidavit confirmed that the Governor actually paid
his taxes.
