The Borno State Government has sworn in six newly appointed High Court judges in a ceremony held at the Council Chambers, Government House, Maiduguri.
The event was presided over by the Acting Governor of Borno State, Alhaji Umar Usman Kadafur, while the oath of office and oath of allegiance were administered by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Kashim Zanna.
Those sworn in are Babagana Mallam Yarema, Babakura Tijjani Zannah, Peter James Bwala, Hadiza Grema Mustapha, Alhaji Umar Alkali, and Yahaya Alhaji Dunoma.
In his remarks, the Acting Governor described the exercise as a conscious institutional move aimed at strengthening the rule of law, protecting citizens’ rights, and improving the efficiency of justice delivery in the state. He stressed that the appointment of the judges was not merely symbolic but part of wider reforms to enhance the justice system.
Kadafur noted that the administration had prioritised the modernisation of judicial processes through the adoption of digital platforms such as e-filing systems, electronic case management, and digital legal resources.
According to him, these reforms are intended to minimise delays, improve transparency, and increase public confidence in the judiciary.
Kadafur charged the newly sworn-in judges to uphold integrity, support the digitisation and modernisation agenda of the judiciary, and ensure that justice is dispensed fairly, promptly, and without fear or favour.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Borno State Government to providing the necessary infrastructure, training, and institutional support to sustain judicial reforms.
Speaking on behalf of the newly appointed judges, Hon. Justice Umar Alkali pledged their resolve to meet expectations and justify the confidence reposed in them.
He assured that they would operate strictly within the ambit of the law and contribute positively to advancing the administration of justice in the state.
Justice Alkali expressed gratitude to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, the Acting Governor, and the Chief Judge for finding them worthy of the appointment, and pledged to discharge their duties with the fear of God, impartiality, and respect for the rule of law.
