The Electoral Court of Sergipe has ruled that Everton Lima Góis, the mayor of Porto da Folha, and his vice, Franksaine de Souza Freitas, will have their mandates cassated due to findings of economic power abuse during their electoral campaign. The decision was made public on Friday (13) and mandates that both politicians be immediately removed from their positions. Following this action, the President of the Municipal Chamber will take over until new elections are held.

In response to the ruling, Mayor Góis took to social media, expressing his intention to appeal against the decision. This indicates the potential for a legal battle ahead, as both the mayor and vice mayor fight to retain their positions. The case highlights ongoing issues related to electoral integrity and the enforcement of regulations regarding campaign financing in Brazil's regional politics.

The ramifications of this decision extend not only to Porto da Folha's political landscape but also raise questions about the broader electoral practices within the country. Local and national observers will likely monitor any developments closely, as the outcome of the appeal could set precedents in electoral law and governance in Brazil.