Taraba CJ Tasks Newly Sworn In Judges On Truth, Accountability

The Chief Judge of Taraba State, Justice Joel Agya, has sworn-in Nine Judges comprising of two Magistrates and Seven Area Court judges, and urged them to uphold the sanctity of truth, accountability and to be impartial in their conducts.

Agya, who gave the charge during the swearing-In Ceremony in Jalingo, tasked them to dispense justice with fear of God.

He pointed out that, judges of the lower courts constituted the foundation
and frontline of justice system, a first point of call majority of people run to for justice.

“For many of our people, particularly those in rural and semi – urban communities, your courts are not only the nearest courts geographically but also the most accessible symbols of justice, fairness and the rule of law.

“You therefore, play a pivotal role in maintaining public confidence in the Judiciary. The manner in which you conduct your courts, treat litigants and determine cases largely shapes how the
ordinary citizens perceives justice.

“Today’s event is not a mere formality, it is a defining moment in your professional lives and a significant event in the administration of justice in our dear state.

“By the Oath you have taken to uphold the constitution, apply the Law without fear or favour, affection or ill-will and to dispense justice with integrity diligence and impartiality,” he added.

The chief judge assured them of capacity building to ensure efficient service delivery in their duties.
He however, warned against compromising justice and corruption tendencies, and assured that the state judiciary sector would not tolerate such misconduct.

In his remark, Mr Yakubu Maikasuwa (SAN) Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state urged the newly sworn in judicial officers to ensure that legal justice was achieved in their areas of assignments.

Maikasuwa, while congratulating the newly sworn in judicial officers, commended the chief judge for injecting the bench with young and vibrant members.

Mr Nafiu Garba, one of the newly sworn in Magistrates thanked the chief judge for finding them worthy to be appointed into such offices.

Garba, who spoke on behalf of his colleagues gave assurance that they would not afford to fail the judiciary in the state.