ABIA – Governor Alex Otti, has officially commissioned the newly constructed ultra modern Umuene Court Complex, Isialangwa South Local Government Area, which is one of the 17 modern judicial facilities being built by his administration across the 17 Local Government Areas of the State.
Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Otti noted that the commissioning marks his administration’s commitment to strengthening the judicial system by ensuring access to justice for all which is also in fulfilment of his campaign promises.
The Governor who reaffirmed the critical role of the judiciary as the guardian of justice and social order, stated that his administration’s investment in modern, functional court buildings was anchored on the conviction that there can be no real development without unfettered access to justice for every member of society.
The state Chief Executive used the occasion to announce plans for the commencement of the construction of multi-functional, ultra-modern judicial complexes across the State, which will feature 15 standard courtrooms, registrar’s offices, chambers for the Chief Judge, conference centres, and a 1,000-seater multipurpose hall.
Governor Otti used the forum to urge Judicial Officers to remain impartial in the discharge of their duties and warned against compromise and corruption.
He also used the occasion to commend the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Lilian Abai and the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Ikechukwu Uwanna (SAN), for developing what he termed an excellent framework that enhances the relationship between the executive and the judiciary, assuring continued executive support for judicial reforms in the state.
Earlier in her speech, the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Lilian Abai while describing the project as a symbol of justice and hope, said that the new court complex would strengthen justice delivery and speed up judicial processes in the State.
She thanked Governor Otti for his visionary leadership and his commitment towards promoting justice delivery in the State, calling on all judicial officers and staff to uphold the sanctity of the judicial system.
In their speeches, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, the Member representing Isiala Ngwa North and Isiala Ngwa South federal constituency, Hon. Chief Ginger Onwusibe and member representing Isiala Ngwa South State Constituency, Hon. Chinwendu Rowland, congratulated Governor Otti for his purposeful leadership across the state, assuring that the people of Isiala Ngwa South would continue to support him even beyond 2027.
In his remarks, the state Attorney General and Commissioner Justice, Barr. Ikechukwu Uwanna, noted that Abia under Governor Alex Otti is building not just a physical structure but enduring institutions, disclosing that the new court building has digital connectivity, independent power systems, water supply facilities, standard I.T tools, and facility maintenance among others.
The event attracted the presence of the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Kenneth Kalu, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, traditional rulers and many dignitaries from all walks of life including members of the Bar and Bench.
