Governor of Ekiti state, Biodun Oyebanji has sworn-in Justice Lekan Ogunmoye as the Acting Chief Judge of the State.
He replaces the late Chief Judge, Justice Oyewole Adeyeye who passed on November 4, 2024.
The Governor, who performed the swearing-in formalities at a brief but solemn ceremony, at the Conference Room, Governor’s Office, Ado-Ekiti on Monday, affirmed that the inauguration had to take place to sustain judicial services, stressing that nature abhors vacuum.
The inauguration, according to the Governor was in accordance with the powers conferred on him under Section 271 (4) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, as amended.
According to him, “This is to ensure that vacuum is not created and that the state judicial apparatus continues to run smoothly”.
While congratulating Justice Ogunmoye on the new position, Governor Oyebanji noted that the situation on ground called for sober reflection as well as personal challenge to the acting Chief Judge.
“I do not doubt your competency leadership acumen either, I therefore want to charge you to lead the judiciary at this moment of transition with humility, brotherly solidarity and experience.
“I also want to urge you to reflect deeply on the oath you have just subscribed to, which is to discharge your duties to the best of your abilities and faithfulness, in accordance with the constitution of the federal republic of Nigeria,” he added.
Oyebanji further urged the Acting Chief Judge to bring to bear his high level of competence, dedication, hardwork and professionalism to further turn around the development in the justice sector.
