By Ifeayinwa A.
Following the appointment of eight Judges of the Edo State High Court of Justice by the National Judicial Council, investigations have revealed that the State Governor, Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki is yet to swear in the Judges five (5)months after their appointment.
Scooping for news, the Crusaders Voice gathered that there is presently tension in the Judiciary due to the Governor ‘s refusal to swear in the judges after they were appointed.
According to a source close to the former Legal Adviser to Edo State NBA, who prefers to be anonymous, described the Governor’s action as an impeachable offence which if not addressed now will lead to the point where Governor Obaseki will be served Notice of impeachment and a Public protest to drive home their demands.
The Governor’s action has further been described as a flagrant disregard and violation of the provision of the 1999 Constitution.
The Judges appointed are Ovenseri Otamere, Obayuwana O. Mathias, Edoghogho Ebiogbe, Ojo Maureen Osa, Bright Eraze Onihia, Ehinon Anthony Okoh, Godwin J. Okundamiya and Osayende .i. Awawu respectively.
Responding, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Chris Nehikhare explained that some of the appointed Judges were petitioned which requires time to be investigated.
Hon. Nehikhare further noted that the Judges will be sworn in immediately the investigation is completed.
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