…Charge Them to Uphold Rule of Law
By Joy Yesufu
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, on Wednesday swore in ten newly appointed judges comprising of four High Court judges, five Khadis of Sharia Court and one Customary Court of Appeal judge in Lokoja.
Ododo, during the swearing in ceremony, charged the newly appointed judges to uphold the rules and regulations of Judiciary in the administration of justice to the people of the State.
The governor who stated that the Judiciary is the last hope of the common man , urged the new judges to ensure that they treat every body equally to promote in the society.
“A just and fair society is where every body is treated equally regardless of class, religion and ethnicity. Therefore you must be reminded and be guided by the oath you have taken today” he said.
The Governor who noted that the new Judges are men and women of unquestionable character, assured that he would not interfere with their activities to enable them to discharge their duties within the ambit of the law.
“My administration will provide and support you to discharge your statutory responsibility. I am offering you vehicles to enhance your mobility and I will also guarantee your safety in view of the nature of your job” the Governor assured.
He called on the people of the State to support the laudable policies and programmes of the federal government to enable President Bola Tinubu lift Nigerians from the inherited difficulties.
The Chief Judge of the State, Hon. Justice Josiah Majebi in his remark , charged the new judges to respect the integrity of the litigants, noting that as a minister of justice, they should shun media trial of any body.
While expressing appreciation to Governor Ododo for his support to the Judiciary, the Chief Judge urged the family members of the new judges not to interfere with their job.
