Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas of Taraba State swore in newly appointed State High Court Judges and members of the Taraba State Board of Internal Revenue at a ceremony held at the Government House in Jalingo on June 19, 2024.
The newly appointed High Court Judges are Justice Hamidu Audu, Justice Joel Daniel Ubandoma, and Justice Jennifer Bibonga Naoma. The new Judges for the Customary Court of Appeal are Justice Benjamin Samuila Abwage and Justice Esther Tata.
During the ceremony, Justice Hamidu Audu expressed gratitude on behalf of all the appointees and requested prayers and support from everyone who values justice and the rule of law.
In his remarks, Governor Kefas emphasized the crucial role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law. He urged the newly appointed judges to remain dedicated to their duties, assured them of his administration’s support, and encouraged them to carry out their responsibilities ethically and in accordance with the law.
Additionally, the Governor inaugurated the six board members of the Taraba Board of Internal Revenue, headed by retired General Jerry Aliyu Faransa. He stressed the importance of the board finding ways to increase the state’s internally generated revenue, given the insufficiency of funds from the Federal Government.
The members of both the judiciary and the Board of Internal Revenue were urged to work diligently to ensure that justice is not just a concept but a reality for the people of Taraba State. They were also encouraged to explore all possible avenues to boost the state’s internally generated revenue, especially in light of the demands for new minimum wages by organized labor.
