Rivers Chief Judge declines to set up panel against Governor Fubara, Deputy
The Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Chibuzor Simeon Amadi, has declined to set up a seven-member panel to investigate allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Ordu. He made this position clear in a formal letter sent to the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule. […]
NJC clears Osun CJ of all misconduct allegations
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has cleared the Chief Judge of Osun State, Justice Oyebola Adepele Ojo, of all allegations of misconduct and financial wrongdoing. The Council said a special investigation committee carefully reviewed several petitions and found no proof to support claims of mismanagement, abuse of office or violation of judicial ethics. The petitions […]
Taraba CJ swears in magistrates, area court judges, harps on impartiality, accountability
The Chief Judge of Taraba State has sworn in new magistrates and area court judges, emphasizing the importance of impartiality and accountability in the judiciary. The ceremony saw several judicial officers take their oaths, pledging to uphold justice and fairness in all cases. During the event, the Chief Judge highlighted that judges must remain unbiased […]
Chief Judge raises alarm over withdrawal of police orderlies
A Chief Judge has raised serious concerns over the sudden withdrawal of police orderlies attached to judges across the state. The judge warned that the action could expose judicial officers to security risks and affect the smooth administration of justice. According to the Chief Judge, judges handle sensitive cases that sometimes involve powerful individuals and […]
NJC reverses appointment of acting Imo CJ, suspends three other justices for misconduct
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has asked Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, to cancel the appointment of Justice Theophilus Nnamdi Nzeukwu as the Acting Chief Judge of Imo State. Instead, the governor was told to appoint the most senior judge in the state as Acting Chief Judge. This decision was made at the NJC’s 108th […]
NBA Condemns Removal Of Benue Chief Judge, Justice Ikpambwese
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly opposed the removal of Benue State Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambwese, calling it unconstitutional. On Tuesday, the Benue State House of Assembly passed a resolution asking Governor Hyacinth Alia to remove Justice Ikpambwese over allegations of financial mismanagement. In response, NBA President Afam Osigwe (SAN) issued a statement […]