Akwa Ibom State Judiciary Begins New Legal Year 2023/2024
Akwa Ibom State Judiciary Begins New Legal Year 2023/2024
The Akwa Ibom State Judiciary has formally commenced its 2023/2024 legal year today Monday, 18th September, 2024 after its annual vacation.
A special church service which commenced at 10:00am prompt was held at the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Uyo Parish, 73 Wellington Bassey Way, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Hon. Justice Ekaette F. Fabian-Obot led members of the Judiciary to thank God for His goodness.
The Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, represented by the Deputy Governor of the State, Sen. Mrs. Akon Eyakenyi.
Some of the dignitaries in attendance include: Hon. Justice Joseph Ekanem, Former Chief Judges of Akwa Ibom State Hon. Justice Idongesit Ntem Isua, Hon. Justice Stephen Okon and Hon. Justice Godwin Abraham. Others include the Honourable Attorney General of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Uko Essien Udom (SAN), Head of Service of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Effiong Essien, Former Attorney General of the State and Life Bencher, Mr. Uwemedimo Nwoko (SAN), Prof. Enefiok Essien (SAN), Mr. Wilson Inam (SAN), Hon. Barr. Prince Akpabio, Chairman NBA Uyo Branch, Augustine Enefiok Udoh, Chairman NBA Eket Branch, Enefiok Ekwere, Chairman, NBA Oron Branch, Torosco Ebiene etc
During the sermon, the host Pastor, Rt. Rev. Dr. Theophilus Bassey ministered on the topic: Law and love . The scriptural reading of the event was taken from the book of Exodus 23:1 - 4 and Galatians 5: 13 - 18.
A parade of guard held afterwards at the Judiciary Headquarters, Uyo to officially mark the commencement of activities in the courts.
The special court session was also held at the Judiciary Headquarters, Uyo.
NDI AQUAISUA ESQ .
Publicity Secretary,
NBA, Uyo Branch