Jigawa Judiciary Swears In 19 Newly Appointed Shari’a Court Judges

By Mustapha Salisu

The Jigawa State Judicial Service Commission has sworn in 19 newly appointed Shari’a Court Judges (Alkalis) in a ceremony held at the Judicial Complex in Dutse. The event was attended by high-ranking judicial officers, including Honorable Judges, Kadis, Magistrates, Shari’a Court Judges, judiciary staff, well-wishers, and the families of the appointees.

Abbas Rufa’i Wangara, the Director of Publicity and Protocol for the State Judiciary, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen.

The newly appointed Alkalis have undergone rigorous training and selection processes to ensure their deep understanding of Islamic law and their commitment to justice. They are expected to play a crucial role in upholding the principles of Shari’a law and serving their communities with fairness and integrity at the grassroots level.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Chief Judge and Chairman of the Judicial Service Commission, Hon. Justice Umar M. Sadiq, charged the new judges to carry out their responsibilities with diligence and impartiality. He reminded them of their duty to preside over Shari’a court cases, interpret Islamic law, and provide guidance to their communities. Justice Sadiq emphasized the importance of maintaining a corruption-free judiciary, urging the judges to avoid bribery and all forms of misconduct. He described the swearing-in as a significant milestone in the state’s effort to uphold justice, integrity, and the rule of law.

Similarly, the Grand Kadi, Hon. Kadi Sani Salihu, called on the appointees to be law-abiding and to uphold the principles of Islamic Shari’a. He cautioned them against any acts of corruption, noting that the public would be watching their conduct closely.

The ceremony was attended by key judicial officers, including the Chief Registrar of the High Court, Aisha Ahmed Babura Esq.; the Chief Registrar of the Shari’a Court of Appeal, Barr. Muttaqa Usman; Deputy Chief Registrars; and Directors from various judicial departments.

The newly sworn-in Shari’a Court Judges are:

1. Mohd Abubakar
2. Ibrahim Adamu Ibrahim
3. Suleiman Abubakar Suleiman
4. Lawan Salisu
5. Shu’aibu Hussain
6. Rabi’u Jafar Adamu
7. Muhsin Haruna Hashim
8. Abdullahi Sabo
9. Jafar Hassan Adam
10. Abdulkadir Umar Maigari
11. Umar Abubakar Yahaya
12. Umar Muktar Shu’aibu
13. Rufa’i Sabo
14. Najib Garba
15. Shu’aibu Nasiru
16. Nura Mohd Imam
17. Abubakar Dalhatu
18. Muddassir Usman Adam
19. Abdullahi Idris

This swearing-in marks a significant step toward strengthening the Shari’a court system in Jigawa State and ensuring better access to justice for all members of society.