Shun corrupt practices, Ogun CJ tells customary court presidents
The Chief Judge of Ogun State, Justice Mosunmola Dipeolu, has told the judicial officers to shun compromise, be impartial and above board and remain committed to upholding the rules of law for a better society. Justice Dipeolu disclosed this on Monday while addressing the newly sworn-in 10 Presidents (Legal) and a member of the Ogun State Customary Court held at the Judiciary Complex, Kobape Road, Abeokuta. The Chief Judge said that these judicial officers must always remember that they remain the face of integrity and the confidence the members of the public reposed in the judiciary and should, therefore, not get involved in any acts that could bring the courts to disrepute. She explained that their employment was because they have demonstrated a high sense of professionalism and dedication to a sense of justice and should therefore continue to uphold the ethos of justice, equity and fairness in discharging their duties. The CJ said, “As Presidents (Legal), you will play a vital...