jimobi Asks Judges To Shun Corruption

Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi

Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi has urged  judges in the state to shun  corruption  and  uphold the independence of the judiciary.

Ajimobi  said this in Ibadan on Monday at the swearing-in of six newly-appointed judges of the High Court.

The governor said, “When you are faced with difficult cases, you need to summon courage and allow justice to prevail over personal interest.

“Don’t fear what the people would say, but make sure  that justice is done.’’

He reminded them that they were chosen among many of their qualified colleagues  and implored them not to betray the confidence reposed  in them by the people.

News Agency of Nigeria reports the governor further reminded the new judges that the common man considers  the judiciary as the last hope. He urged them to uphold that maxim in the interest of justice.

Ajimobi also said plans were underway to amend the judicial law in the state to accommodate more judges in the High Court.

He assured stakeholders in the judicial system that the independence  of the judiciary would be sustained by his administration.

The state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice,  Mr. Adebayo Ojo,  told the governor that the new judges were appointed on merit .

He said the judges were  carefully screened and appointed based on their past records,  adding that they were people of proven integrity.-->



Source: Punch