By Orji Onyekwere
Governor Alex Otti, Wednesday, joined members of the State Judiciary in a cocktail/dinner party marking the commencement of the 2023/2024 legal year.
Speaking at the event, Governor Otti congratulated them on the new legal year and expressed optimism that the new year would come with greater things for Abia judiciary.
He commended the existing relationship between the Executive and Judicial arms of government and urged them not to relent in their support for the present administration.
The Governor noted that contrary to media reports, Abia state under the present administration is safe and habitable for citizens and investors alike to do their legitimate businesses.
In her remarks, the Chief Judge of Abia State, Justice Lilian Abai, described the event as first of its kind in the history of the state and commended the Governor for his dedication to the welfare of the judiciary.
Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of the state, Ikechukwu Uwana said the theme of the 2023/2024 Legal year, “Independence of the Judiciary; A Gateway to Democracy,” was apt, as the importance of the Independence of the Judiciary in a democratic society cannot be overemphasized.
He affirmed that Governor Otti has since assumption of office, ensured that the judiciar takes its pride of place and expressed hope that the partnership between the Judiciary and the Executive arm of Government would birth a hallmark of progress for the State.
The event was attended by many dignitaries including: the wife of the Governor, Lady Priscilia Otti, President Customary Court of Appeal, Hon Justice Okey Nwamuo, immediate past Chief Judge of the state, Hon Justice Arise Ogwe, Judges of the Federal and State High Court, visiting Judges from Anambra and Imo and former Chief of Army Staff, Gen Azubuike Ihejirika.
Others include; The Secretary to Abia state Government, Kenneth Kanu, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Members of the State Executive Council, Chairmen of the different Bar Associations and Judges from various jurisdiction.
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