Governor Sanwo-Olu Swears in 13 New High Court Judges in Lagos
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has officially sworn in 13 new high court judges to bolster the state’s judiciary. The ceremony took place at the banquet hall of the Lagos House in Ikeja, marking a significant step in the administration’s commitment to enhancing the judicial system.
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Mrs. Adenike Kudirat Shonubi being congratulated by Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, after being administered the Judicial Oath during the swearing in of 13 newly appointed High Court Judges, at the Banquet Hall of Lagos House, Ikeja, on Thursday, May 30, 2024.
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| Mr. Tunde Bashiru Sunmonu being congratulated by Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
These appointments are part of a broader effort by the National Judicial Council (NJC), which recently recommended 86 judicial officers for elevation across the country. The inclusion of these judges is expected to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Lagos State judiciary.
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| Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (fifth right); Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba (fourth right) and the 13 newly appointed High Court Judges during the swearing in, at the Banquet Hall of Lagos House, Ikeja, on Thursday, May 30, 2024.
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The newly sworn-in judges are:
Azeez Fimisola Augusta
George Alfred Akingbola
Badejo-Okusanya Yewande Jokotola
Shonubi Adenike Kudirat
Layinka Oyeladun Amope
Sunmonu Tunde Bashiru
Adewale Russell Musiliu
Ojuromi Nalirat Oluwatosin Olayinka
Balogun Adegboyega Ganiu
Anjorin-Ajose Tanimola Abdulwaheed
Alebiosu Olawale Lawal
Muyideen Abdul-Raheem Tejumade
Popoola Oluwatosin Ajose
Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulated the new judges, emphasizing the critical role they will play in upholding justice and maintaining the rule of law in Lagos State. He urged them to discharge their duties with integrity, fairness, and dedication, ensuring that the judiciary remains a beacon of hope for all citizens.
The swearing-in of these judges reflects the Lagos State government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the judiciary and ensure timely and fair dispensation of justice. This development is expected to positively impact the state’s legal landscape, addressing the growing demands on the court system and enhancing public confidence in the judiciary.
