Personality
Niger Gov eulogises former CJ, describes her as a calm, meticulous person
By Naseer Minjiyawa
Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State has eulogised immediate past Chief Judge (CJ) of the State, Justice Lami Bawa Bwari describing her as calm and meticulous in all she does.
The governor gave the indication at the Valedictory court session in her honour and the swearing- in of the Acting Chief Judge Justice Halima Ibrahim Abdulmalik, held at the High Court of Justice, Minna.
The Governor at the valedictory session, said “Justice Bwari has done well, she consolidated on all the achievements made by her predecessors, we are surely going to miss her”.
On the challenges faced by the Judicial arm of government, Governor Bello explained that addressing the challenges is a continuous process saying he will not relent in doing so.
To the Acting Chief Judge of the State, the Governor said he has no doubt that she will do well as she is upto the task.
“I have worked with her for some times, she has chaired some of our committees, I’ve given her some responsibilities which she did very well”, he said.
In her valedictory address, the immediate past CJ Justice Lami Bawa Bwari, said the knowledge she acquired having worked in different capacities in the Judiciary and the support she enjoyed from the government and other administrative staff, helped her carried out her task smoothly after building on the legacies left by her predecessors.
She highlighted some of her achievements as construction of new courts in Kontagora, Sabon Daga and Gbara, remodeling of Magistrate Court to a befitting Hight Court in Kontagora, renovation and maintenance works, appointment of High Court Judges, Khadis and Shari’a Judges as well as clearing backlogs of promotion of staff from 2016 to 2021 among others.
Justice Bwari however said the Judiciary is not without some challenges which she said include lack of adequate funds; medical and vacation allowances for Judges; total renovation and fencing of some courts; as well as shortage of office accommodation at the Judicial Service Commission.
In her remarks, the Acting CJ of the State, Justice Halima Ibrahim Abdulmalik acknowledged that the former CJ Justice Bwari has paid her dues through diligent and loyal service to the state for more than four decades adding that she deserves to rest.
Justice Abdulmalik said her immediate predecessor in her capacity as a Judicial officer has distinguished herself while as a memeber of the Bar and on the Bench, pointing out that the former CJ had presided over hundreds of matters and delivered well thought out judgments that stood their grounds at the appellate Courts.
“She was known to be an expert on election matters and presided over many election tribunals, she is an encyclopedia on matters of law, ardent supporter of the rule of law, an excellent manager of public funds.
“Indeed My Lord has paid her dues and it is time to break new grounds. We pray My Lord will not be tired to share her wealth of experience with young and upcoming juries and will willingly offer herself to assist the Judiciary”, she said.
The Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of the State, Nasara Dan-Mallam, representative of Senior Advocates of Nigeria Ibrahim Isyaku, Chairman of Nigerian Bar Association Minna Branch, Mohammed Abubakar El-saru and Chairman Magistrate Association of Nigeria, Hauwa’u Baba Yusuf in their separate remarks eulogized the former CJ for her meritorious service to the state.
The immediate past CJ Justice Lami Bawa Bwari was the 8th Chief Judge of the State and was born on the 27th of February 1957.
The former CJ started her career from 1976 and rose through the ranks to the positions of Chief Magistrate, Assistant Secretary Judicial Service Commission, Chief Registrar Niger State High Court, Solicitor General/Director General State Ministry of Justice and Judge of the High Court among others before her elevation as the Chief Judge of the State on the 23rd of October, 2020.
Former Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, Peter Obi has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Professor Humphrey Nwosu, former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC).
Obi described him as a “true democrat” and a pillar of Nigeria’s democratic history.
In a heartfelt statement, while writing on his X-Handle, Obi described Nwosu as an outstanding academic and a courageous defender of democratic principles, particularly during his tenure as NEC Chairman from 1989 to 1993.
Obi emphasized Prof. Nwosu’s pivotal role in organizing and upholding the 1993 presidential elections, a process widely regarded as one of the fairest in Nigeria’s history.
“For his role in that election, Prof. Nwosu’s name will remain indelible in the history of Nigerian democracy,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor however lamented the state of Nigeria’s current electoral process, noting that despite the resources and technology now available, the integrity and commitment to democracy exhibited by Nwosu under less favorable conditions have not been replicated.
Obi praised Nwosu for his adherence to truth and electoral transparency, contrasting it with the current challenges in Nigeria’s democratic system.
“Unlike today, when professors are sometimes procured to aid electoral malpractice, Prof. Nwosu applied the principles he taught as an erudite professor of Political Science, conducting an election that remains a benchmark for integrity,” Obi said.
Obi called for more leaders like Nwosu, who he described as willing to risk their lives for the sake of democracy.
He also prayed for God’s forgiveness for Nwosu’s shortcomings and for strength for his family and all those mourning him.
“May God Almighty grant Nigeria the likes of Professor Humphrey Nwosu in future elections,” Obi concluded, reaffirming his belief that a new and better Nigeria is possible.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Akwa Ibom State following the tragic death of Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of Governor Umo Eno, who passed away on Thursday.
In his message, Governor Ododo expressed deep sorrow and noted the pivotal role Mrs. Umo Eno played in supporting her husband’s administration.
Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted him to have highlighted her dedication as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, whose numerous charitable initiatives, particularly her work with women and the less privileged, made a lasting impact on the lives of many in Akwa Ibom.
Governor Ododo prayed for the peaceful repose of her soul and offered his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, as well as the people of Akwa Ibom State, as they mourn this immense loss.
Mrs. Patience Umo Eno passed away at the age of 57 after a brief illness.
The prestigious International Accounting Bulletin (AIB) in its recent 2024 Country Survey of Accounting firms in Nigeria has rated GBC-Reanda as the 11th local Accounting firm in Nigeria.
In its previous year’s rating, the organization was ranked 16th. This year’s improved ranking is a demostration of GBC-Reanda’s steadfast dedication to providing outstanding services and exceeding client expectations.
Mrs Damilola Akindele ACA, Principal Manager, Mr Emmanuel Ogiaga FCA , Engagement Partner, Sir Gbenga Badejo FCA ,KJW Managing Partner and
Mrs Abimbola Alao ACA Manager, Audit&Assurance, GBC-Reanda International.
The ranking process started with the Bulletin’s invitation of Accounting firms in Nigeria to present their organizations and evidence of their compliance with best global practice in Accounting profession an assessment which was in conformity with IAB World Survey data.
According to the publication “We are delighted to share that your firm climbed up to rank 11th in Nigeria, according to the 2024 Nigeria Survey of IAB. Congratulations”
GBC, now GBC-Reanda International, was established in 1996 and has continued to provide qualitative value added services to its diverse, ever growing clientele in different sectors of the economy. The firm is endowed with highly competent and experienced professionals with a wide exposure to all aspects of Accounting, Financial Management and General Business Administration.
According to Managing Pattner of the firm, Sir Gbenga Badejo, FCA, KJW, “we are a composite one stop professional & consulting firm providing Professional Services, Business Consulting & Financial Advisory Services to clients in various sectors of the economy. The firm is principally driven by sound professional and business principles geared towards providing value added services through highly experienced and well-trained professionals.”
He revealed that in the firm’s over 28 years of existence, over 250 Accounting Professionals have been trained, who are all out in various Sectors to add value within the Consulting and Accounting chain of the Global economy.
Sir Gbenga Badejo sees a better future of impact and value in the organization’s continuous drive towards professional excellence.
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