The Governor of Delta State Emmanuel Uduaghan, CON,
yesterday, urged judges and other public officers to make integrity their
watchword in the discharge of their duties.
The governor gave the charge in Asaba at the swearing in of
Justice Marshal Umukoro as acting Chief Judge of the State.
Umukoro assumed office following the retirement of the former CJ,
Justice Abiodun Smith. Smith was also honoured at a valedictory ceremony on Monday in
Asaba.
Uduaghan said integrity and commitment to duty should not be
sacrificed as their positions were for the benefit of humanity.
He added: “Let me appeal to all judges, indeed, all public
officers to always demonstrate commitment, loyalty, integrity and support in
the discharge of their responsibilities. “It is mainly in this way that we can leave a legacy of selfless
service in the sands of time.”
The governor also said that the appointment of the acting Chief
Judge followed due process, noting that “in considering this appointment, due
consideration was given to seniority, personal integrity, wealth of experience
and proven record of performance.
“I am convinced that this appointment will enrich the Judiciary in
the state and ensure smooth transition from one chief judge to another.
“The independence of the judiciary remains sacrosanct and will be
protected and respected at all times and today’s ceremony demonstrates this
administration’s commitment to quick dispensation of justice.”
Uduaghan then congratulated the acting chief judge on his
appointment and urged him not to be influenced but rather, be guided by the
principle of fairness, honesty and integrity in the discharge of his duties.
Responding, Umukoro thanked the governor for the appointment and
assured the people of the state of his commitment to discharge his duties
without fear or favour.
He called for the support of judges and other stakeholders to move
the judiciary arm of the government forward in the State.
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