ABIODUN ALLOCATES 49 DUPLEXES TO OGUN JUDGES, SWEARS IN FIVE NEW JUDGES
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced the allocation of 49 newly constructed duplexes to judges of the State High Court as part of efforts to improve judicial welfare and strengthen the administration of justice.
The governor made the announcement on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, during the swearing-in ceremony of five newly appointed High Court judges at the Executive Chambers, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
The newly appointed judges are Luqman Oke, Adebimpe Obienu, Fatima Daudu, Rafiat Kadiri and Oludotun Osho.
Their appointments bring the total number of High Court judges in Ogun State to 49.
Abiodun disclosed that the duplexes are located at the President Muhammadu Buhari Estate along Kobape Road, Abeokuta.
He explained that the housing initiative was part of his administration’s commitment to improving the living conditions of judicial officers and creating an environment that supports effective justice delivery.
The governor assured the judiciary that his administration would continue to prioritise the welfare of judges as it approaches the end of its tenure in 2027.
ABIODUN WARNS JUDGES AGAINST POLITICAL INTERFERENCE
Speaking at the ceremony, Abiodun urged the newly sworn-in judges to uphold integrity, impartiality and professionalism in carrying out their constitutional responsibilities.
He reminded them that the judiciary remains the last hope of ordinary citizens seeking justice.
The governor charged the judges to deliver judgments without fear or favour, carefully examine evidence and ensure that the rights of every citizen are protected.
He also warned against allowing political influence, personal relationships or financial inducements to determine judicial decisions.
According to him, neither public opinion nor the political status of individuals should interfere with the administration of justice.
OGUN GOVERNMENT EXPANDS JUDICIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Abiodun further disclosed that construction had commenced on the Abeokuta Division of the Court of Appeal complex.
The project is situated on a 2.6-hectare site adjoining the State Judiciary Complex at Kobape.
He also highlighted the completion of six duplexes at Ibara Housing GRA, Abeokuta, for judicial officers and 20 bungalows at Prince Court Estate, Kobape, for supporting personnel.
The governor said the appointment of the five additional judges reflected his administration’s determination to strengthen the state’s judicial capacity.
He claimed that more judges had been appointed during his administration than under previous governments in Ogun State.
Abiodun commended the Chief Judge for facilitating the appointments and expressed confidence that the new judicial officers would contribute to the long-term development of the judiciary.
OVER 31,000 AFFIDAVITS PROCESSED DIGITALLY
The governor also praised the state judiciary’s adoption of an electronic affidavit platform aimed at improving access to justice and reducing administrative delays.
According to him, the platform has processed more than 31,000 affidavits, with approximately 4,500 users and 25 agents operating across the state.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to cooperation among the three arms of government while respecting the constitutional principle of separation of powers.
The allocation of the 49 duplexes and the appointment of additional judges form part of the state government’s broader programme to improve judicial infrastructure, welfare and service delivery.
