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Justice Josiah Joe Majebi Now Kogi Chief Judge

From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja.

The Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello on Friday in Lokoja swore in Justice Josiah Majebi as substantive Chief Judge of Kogi State.

Speaking during the swearing in ceremony, Governor Bello said his administration will continue to do its best at putting the judiciary in its rightful position. “We can get more accomplished with determination and courage in the quest for an egalitarian society”.

The Governor said the Chief Judge is a product of due process, explaining that his inauguration followed the approval of the National Judicial Council, NJC.

“He has the experience, character and education to occupy the office following his cognate experience”.
stressing that Kogi state needed a vibrant judiciary that will live up to expectations.

Governor Bello urged the Chief Judge to use his wealth of experience in advancing the state judiciary.

The State Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice Muhammed Sani, (SAN) who was represented by the Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary, Abeeb Abdullahi described the Governor as the best in the history of the state.

According to him, the recent naming of Governor Yahaya Bello as one of the six performing Governors by the President was justifiable as seen in the development programmes.

He expressed appreciation to the State House of Assembly for prompt confirmation of the appointment of the Chief Judge.

In his response, the Chief Judge, Justice Josiah Majebi said his vision is to ensure judicial integrity as he has established some directorates and units as well as welfare initiatives for staff.

The Chief Judge thanked the Governor, the national judicial council and other stakeholders for their support, assuring that first line judicial service will not be compromised under his leadership.

Justice Josiah Majebi was appointed Acting Chief Judge on 27th June, 2022.

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