The Gombe State Governor, Inuwa Yahaya, on Sunday inaugurated the Acting Chief Judge of the state, Justice Joseph Awak.
He replaced the former Chief Judge of the state, Justice Mu’azu Pindiga, who retired from service on January 1.
In his address during the ceremony held at the banquet hall of Gombe State Government House, the governor described Justice Awak as a principled man whose dedication, experience, and forthrightness made him the right person for the position.
He urged the new chief judge to dispense justice to all manner of people in the state without discrimination, fear, or favour.
Yahaya added that his administration would continue to make available all necessary facilities to enhance efficiency and speedy administration of justice in the state.
He said: “On our part, this administration will continue to support the judiciary and legislature in discharging their statutory responsibilities effectively for the overall benefit of the good people of Gombe State.”
