The Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Tanko Muhammad, on Friday, June 19, swore in the Second Female President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem. Performing the ceremony at the Supreme Court, the CJN, urged the new Court of Appeal President to abide by the oath of her office and ensure that the appellate court would continue to maintain its credibility and integrity. The CJN further stressed that the appellate court must brace up to the challenge of speedy dispensation of justice considering that it has the largest number of Justices in the country.
He said, ‘From my personal experience, the workload in the Court of Appeal, especially in the divisions is the highest. It is a home of work, it is a home of cooperation, but with your experience, hard work, and zeal, you will not find your new status difficult. “If you sustain your good character and conduct, your tenure will definitely be an excellent one. Try to be your self and do not allow others to derail you. Remain what we know you for.’
In her remarks, the new PCA expressed gratitude to President Muhammadu Buhari for ratifying her appointment based on the recommendation of the National Judicial Council, NJC. and pledged to uphold the tenets of justice. Governors of Sokoto, Plateau, Niger and Kebbi states were among those who attended the inauguration.
