On Monday, Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau swore in four new High Court judges and a Khadi of the Sharia Court of Appeal in Jos. 

The new judges are Justices Elizabeth Angai-Ibrahim, Ladi Madaki, J. D. Longden and J. Samchi, with Yahaya Kanam as Khadi of the Sharia Court of Appeal.

Swearing in the judges, Mr Lalong charged them to be faithful to their oath of office and consider their appointments as a call to serve God and humanity.

“I seize this opportunity to remind you that the task before you is enormous, and the expectations of the citizens are very high.

“This is why you must demonstrate total dedication and commitment to your assignment for the peace, progress and stability of Plateau State and Nigeria at large.

“Consider this duty as a Public Trust given to you by God to represent him in the affairs of men,” he said.

Mr Lalong noted the challenges faced regarding the speedy dispensation of justice, mainly as it involves some suspects arraigned for violent crimes, including terrorism.

“I, therefore, appeal to you to pay closer attention to such cases and do justice to those involved,” the governor said.

The governor assured the judges of his support and that of the executive arm of government and the legislature towards making sure that they operate in a conducive environment.

He also reminded the judges that during the current season of politics, ahead of the 2023 general elections, politicians tend to put enormous pressure on Judges who want to get an undeserved advantage at all costs.

Justice Ladi Madaki, who responded on behalf of others, thanked the government for the confidence reposed to uphold justice, promising to discharge their duties dutifully and with total dedication.

(NAN)