Rabi Umar, the chief judge of Bauchi State, swore in recently appointed Sharia Court justices and charged them with administering justice with honesty, objectivity, and a strong sense of accountability.
On Wednesday, the oath-taking ceremony took place at the High Court No. 1 location in Bauchi.
The judiciary is still the last hope for the average person, according to Justice Umar, who urged judges to carry out their duty without fear or favor.
Umar also emphasized the importance of justice, thoroughness, and strict respect to the law, pointing out that judicial officials’ actions have a significant impact on the public’s confidence in the judiciary.
She warned the judges not to issue orders outside of their jurisdiction, especially ones that prevent security agencies from doing their legal obligations.
She issued a warning that any misbehavior would not be accepted.
The Chief Judge emphasized the significance of lifelong learning, moral conduct, and professionalism.
She asked the judges to defend the trust placed in them after a thorough selection procedure.
The recently appointed judges are anticipated to deal with a variety of civil cases, according to Umar.
“They will strengthen justice delivery at the grassroots level by handling disputes pertaining to land, family, and commercial issues within their jurisdictions,” she stated.
Additionally, the CJ praised the Judicial Service Commission and the appointment committee members for their dedication and openness during the selection process.
The appointees thanked Mr. Muhammad Salihu for the chance to serve on their behalf.
He promised that the judges would carry out their responsibilities with integrity and diligence.
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