Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, alongside other distinguished stakeholders, gathered recently to commend the exceptional leadership qualities of Justice Jummai Hannatu Chundung Sankey, the recently inaugurated Supreme Court Justice of Nigeria.
Justice Sankey was hailed as a beacon of humility, excellence, and a proud daughter of Plateau, known for her unwavering dedication and integrity throughout her illustrious career.
Governor Mutfwang joined by fellow dignitaries at a dinner hosted by the Plateau State Government in honour of Justice Sankey at the New Government House Little Rayfield, extolled her remarkable courage, perseverance, and steadfast commitment to upholding principles of fairness and justice in public service.
“This marks a celebration of resilience in the face of adversity, exemplified by the unwavering commitment of Justice Sankey, even after the tragic events of 1966 that claimed her father’s life. We honor her dedication to discipline, as demonstrated throughout her life and career,” he added.
He said, “We celebrate her industry, perseverance, and unwavering pursuit of excellence, evident in her outstanding professional journey characterized by dignity and integrity.”
Governor Mutfwang urged the people of Plateau to unite in fostering the state’s development and in championing the success of Plateau’s sons and daughters, devoid of divisive tendencies.
He expressed gratitude to the judicial community for their unwavering support during challenging times and commended the Supreme Court for delivering a landmark judgement in Plateau’s case, which bolstered public confidence in the judiciary.
In the same vein, former governor of Plateau State, Sen. Jonah David Jang, the Gbong Gwom Jos, Da. Jacob Gyang Buba, and other esteemed guests lauded Justice Sankey’s resilience and foresight in upholding justice, fairness, and the integrity of the judiciary.
In her response, Justice Sankey attributed her appointment to divine grace and dedicated it to her late parents, particularly her mother, for their unwavering support.
She expressed gratitude to Mutfwang, Plateau elders, and the clergy for their prayers and support during challenging times. She encouraged young lawyers to uphold fairness, justice, and diligence in their service.
Justice Sankey solicited the prayers and support of the people of Plateau as she embarked on her journey to serve the nation with excellence.
