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Enugu Govt. Inaugurates 2nd Multi-door Courthouse Governing Council
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From Sylvia Udegbunam, Enugu
The Enugu State Government has inaugurated the second Enugu State Multi-Door Courthouse (ESMDC) governing council for its continuations promotion of the growth and effective functioning of the justice system through Alternative Dispute Resolutions (ADR) in the state.
The Chief Judge of Enugu State, Justice Raymond Ozoemena, during the inauguration urged the newly inaugurated council members to work hard in their place of assignments.
Ozoemena said that the second inauguration was a very important function of the judiciary as his intention was to move the judiciary forward from where the former chief Judge stopped as the inauguration of senior advocacy, the Judges and lawyers were well taken.
He called on the members to always feel free to come and advise them wherever they go wrong.
In her speech, the newly appointed Chairman of the council, former chief Judge of the state, Justice Ngozi Emehelu said that the inauguration ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter in the collective efforts of the judiciary and all stakeholder interests represented to improve access to justice and promote alternative dispute resolution in Enugu State.
Emehelu noted that the primary goal of the ESMDC was to promote the growth and effective functioning of the justice system through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods and its objectives as stated in section four of the Enugu State Multi-Door Courthouse Law 2018.
According to her, the section four of the ESMDC Law are to enhance access to justice by providing alternative mechanisms to supplement litigation in the resolution of disputes.
“To minimize citizens frustration and delay in justice delivery by providing a standard legal framework for the fair and efficient settlement of disputes through alternative dispute resolution.
“To serve as the focal point for the promotion of alternative dispute resolution in Enugu State and to promote the growth and effective functioning of the justice system through alternative dispute resolution methods,” she said.
“The ESMDC Governing Council which is being inaugurated today the 22nd of May, 2024 is the second council and comprises a chairman, two ADR Judges and a Magistrate of Enugu State, The Attorney General of Enugu State.
“A representative of the Nigerian Bar Association, The director of the ESMDC, one representative of the private sector and one person whose membership in the opinion of the council shall assist with the promotion of ADR as a concept and the ESMDC as an institution,” she said.
She added that she was committed to working tirelessly with her fellow council members to ensure that the state Multi-Door Courthouse fulfils its mandate and serves the needs of our community effectively.
Earlier, the Chief Registrar of the state judiciary, Mr Kingsley Eze said that the original governing council was established in 2021 and their tenure ended in March 2024.
Eze listed the members of the new governing council to include Justice Ngozi Emehelu, the Chairman, Justice Enu Oluedo, Justice Ugonne Nweze, of the Customary Court of Appeal, Enugu State.
Others are Dr Kingsley Ude, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Enugu State, Justina Offia, SAN, Ngozi Ajogwu, the Chief Magistrate, Sir Odega Jideonwo, President, Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture, (ECCIMA), Caroline Etuk, Director, Multi-Door Courthouse, Enugu and Mr Linus Okoro, Chairman Nigeria Barr Association.
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Alia Dedicates One Year Achievements In Offiice To President Tinubu
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From Attah Ede Makurdi
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State, on Friday, said he made remarkable achievements in office within the last one year due to the unwavering support extended to him by President Bola Tinubu.
Alia disclosed this during his thank you tour to Makurdi/Guma Federal Constituency held in Makurdi the State Capital.
He said all the numerous projects he has executed in the State was made possible by President Tinubu.
The governor noted that both the construction of roads, underpass, payment of salaries, pensions and gratuities, remodeling of Assembly Complex, State Secretariat and others were made possible through the efforts of Mr.
President.He said the President had given him unimaginable support and urged the people of the State to be patient with him as the President has “very good intentions for the citizenry”.
Governor therefore expressed his readiness to renovate and upgrade the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Square in Makurdi to international standard, stressing that the facilities at the square is over 30 years old and was constructed during the military era.
He said his administration has constructed 16 township roads within the State and also constructing a underpass in Makurdi and Gboko respectively.
The governor assured that more roads would be awarded for construction within the Constituency in no distance time and announced that going forward payment of salaries and pensions would starts from 22nd of every month.
Earlier, Sen Barnabas Gemade, Chairman Benue APC’s Elder Forum said Gov Alia’s coming was the divine work of God therefore nobody could stop God from fulfilling His wish in the State.
Sen Gemade said the Alia’s administration has employed thousands into the State civil service and was paying regularly, adding that previous governors failed to pay with even smaller number of workforce.
Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Yanmar Ortese commended the governor for the numerous infrastructures recorded within the federal constituency.
Dr Ortese assured that all appointees from the Constituency would continue to give their best for the administration to succeed.
Earlier, Terver Gbenda, Senior Special Assistant to the governor on Youth Organisation and Illegal Levies said the youths were behind the governor because of his achievements.
Gbenda said come 2027, the youths would still support his reelection.
Mr Benjamin Omakolo, Benue APC acting chairman, who received 4780 persons who defected from other political parties into the APC within the Constituency assured them of equal treatment.
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Oil Theft: Army Destroys 14 Boats in Abia, Arrests Suspects
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The Nigerian Army on Friday, destroyed about 14 illegal oil bunkering vessels arrested with stolen crude oil in the oil-bearing Asa Community of Abia.
The Army operatives set the vessels ablaze, including eight large Cotonou boats, at Isimmiri Waterside in Ukwa West Local Government Area.
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division, Maj.
-Gen. Hassan Dada, who led the operation, told newsmen that six suspects were arrested in connection with the illegal oil bunkering.Dada, who was accompanied by the Commander, 14 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Ohafia, Brig.-Gen. Olusola Diya, said that the suspects had been handed over to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps for further investigations and prosecution.
He said that the Army was at the creek in respect of carrying out one of the mandates of Operation Udoka, “which is to make sure that any form of economic sabotage does not happen within its joint operation area.
“We have been here since Thursday, conducting operations against saboteurs that are trying to take out the crude oil that is the mainstay of our economy,” he said.
Dada also said that the operation was based on intelligence report, adding that the suspects had attempted to start siphoning the crude from the pipeline, before they were arrested.
He further said that the suspects had sunk some crude oil-laden boats in the water before the troops got there, adding that, the troops were in the process of recovering others.
The GOC said that all the 14 boats were destroyed, in line with the Standing Operating Procedure.
“The person that is involved in this particular location is on the run presently but we will get him, it’s just a matter of time.
“This is more of a cartel and we believe that a lot of people are actually involved.
“The proceeds are being used to finance these acts of terrorism.
“But as a note of warning, this is just the beginning.
“We will continue with this operation and make sure no stone is left unturned.
“The Nigerian Army will in no way tolerate any form of sabotage to the economy of this country,” Dada said. (NAN)
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Ex-Bauchi Governor, Mu’azu, Extols Zamfara’s Urban Road Projects
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Former Bauchi State Governor, Alhaji Adamu Mu’azu has applauded Gov. Dauda Lawal for the execution of quality road projects in Gusau, Zamfara, within his first year in office.
This is contained in a statement by Suleiman Idris, Lawal’s media aide and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Gusau.
Mu’azu, who was also the former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), spoke in Gusau at the unveiling of the various road projects executed under Lawal’s Urban Renewal Programme.
Mu’azu said he was impressed with the quality of the road projects initiated by Lawal.
“Today, I stand with a lot of pride and gratitude to Allah for the commendable projects that Gov.
Dauda Lawal has undertaken.“The remarkable aspect of these roads is that they are of the highest quality by global standards.
“I can assure you that these are very durable roads because Triacta does not compromise on standards,” Mu’azu said.
The former Bauchi governor unveiled the Freedom Square to Nasiha Chemist Junction, Freedom Square to the Government House road and the road from Government House to Lalan to Gada Biyu, all in Gusau.
Speaking at the event, Lawal said that Gusau has begun to assume the status of a state capital after 28 years since Zamfara was created.
He said, “Indeed, we cannot thank almighty Allah enough for the gift of life and for the opportunity to continue to unveil project after project.
”This is not only as a developmental pedestal of our state but as a mark of fulfillment of our promises to the people of Zamfara during the campaigns.
”I want to reiterate my commitment to the service of my dear state at all times,” Lawal said.
According to him, the project was the second in a series of many, adding, “by the time we finish our plans for the urban renewal programme, all of us will be proud to call Gusau our state capital.
”Similarly, we will improve all infrastructure across the 14 local government areas of the state.”
Reports says that unveiling of the road projects in Gusau marked the end of the celebration of Lawal’s first anniversary in office.(NAN)