Bauchi State governor Bala Muhammad and Imo State governor Hope Uzodimma have both sworn in new judges to strengthen the judiciary and promote the speedy and just dispensation of justice.
Governor Bala Muhammad of Bauchi State swore in six High Court Judges and six Khadis for the Shariah Court of Appeal. He emphasized the importance of the judiciary in promoting justice and ensuring the rule of law. The governor urged the new judges to dispense justice without fear or favor and to be guided by fairness, equity, and justice principles. He also called on them to work towards decongesting the correctional facilities in the state and prioritize cases involving inmates awaiting trial for extended periods. The chief judge, Justice Rabi Umar, commended the governor for the confidence reposed in the new judges and assured that the judiciary was committed to decongesting the correctional facilities and ensuring that justice is served without delay [2ec6e94d].
In Imo State, Governor Hope Uzodimma swore in 10 new judges and emphasized the importance of integrity and honor in the dispensation of justice. The judges took the oath of office at the New Executive Chambers in Owerri. Governor Uzodimma congratulated the judges on their appointment and urged them to uphold a high level of integrity and honor. He also announced the gift of brand new Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) for 16 judges, including the newly sworn-in 10 judges. The judges expressed gratitude to God Almighty, the Governor, and the Chief Judge of Imo State for their support [b5f203dc].
These efforts in Bauchi and Imo States reflect the ongoing commitment to improving the justice system and ensuring timely access to justice for all. By appointing new judges, the states aim to strengthen the judiciary and address the backlog of cases, particularly those involving inmates awaiting trial. The governors' calls to prioritize cases and decongest correctional facilities demonstrate a proactive approach to promoting speedy justice and upholding the rule of law. Additionally, Governor Uzodimma's emphasis on integrity and honor underscores the importance of ethical conduct in the dispensation of justice [2ec6e94d] [b5f203dc].