Kogi state judiciary news
Here are some recent news updates from the Kogi State Judiciary:
1. Kogi State Chief Judge Swears in 14 New Magistrates (Source: Vanguard, March 2023)
The Chief Judge of Kogi State, Hon. Justice Nasiru Ajanah, has sworn in 14 new magistrates to strengthen the judiciary in the state. The new magistrates were drawn from various parts of the state and were sworn in at a ceremony held at the High Court in Lokoja, the state capital.
2. Kogi State Government Approves N1.2 Billion for Judiciary (Source: Leadership, February 2023)
The Kogi State Government has approved N1.2 billion for the judiciary in the state. The approval was given by the state Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, during a meeting with the Chief Judge of the state, Hon. Justice Nasiru Ajanah.
3. Kogi State High Court Orders Arrest of Former Commissioner (Source: Daily Trust, January 2023)
A High Court in Lokoja has ordered the arrest of a former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Kogi State, Mr. Abdulmumin Danga, over alleged corruption. The court also ordered the former commissioner to be remanded in prison custody pending the outcome of his trial.
4. Kogi State Judiciary Introduces Electronic Filing System (Source: The Nation, December 2022)
The Kogi State Judiciary has introduced an electronic filing system to enhance the efficiency of the judiciary in the state. The system, which was launched by the Chief Judge of the state, Hon. Justice Nasiru Ajanah, allows lawyers and litigants to file cases electronically.
5. Kogi State High Court Dismisses Suit Against Governor Bello (Source: Premium Times, November 2022)
A High Court in Lokoja has dismissed a suit filed against the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, by a former member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Hassan Abdullahi. The suit was filed over alleged corruption and abuse of office by the governor.
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