Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has called on members of the State Judicial Service Commission to uphold the tenets of integrity, unity and fairness in the discharge of their duties to the judiciary in particular and the state in general.
At the swearing-in of new members of the commission at the Government House, Owerri, the governor said the strength of democracy rests on a “committed and independent judiciary” and urged the appointees to see their roles as a sacred trust.
Those sworn in were Hon Lady Mercy Mgbechi Anyanwu (chairman), Barr. Louis Alozie (member), Prof. John Ukazu Njoku (member) and Barr. Benneth Amukamara (member).
He said, “Authority is entrusted to us by God. I encourage you to do what is right before God and in service to the people.”
Uzodimma said the law establishing the commission is in line with democratic principles and is aimed at strengthening the state’s justice system.
He described the commission’s inauguration as a vital step towards ensuring fairness, accountability and the rule of law.
The governor insisted that every sector of the state’s governance structure requires attention, and maintained that the judiciary remains central to sustaining public confidence in government institutions.
His words: “You have been appointed to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves and to guide the system in the collective interest of our people.”
Uzodimma urged the commission’s members to remain united and committed to fulfilling their responsibilities, adding that their decisions must reflect justice, equity, and service to humanity.
On behalf of the members, Barr. Louis Alozie expressed gratitude to Governor Uzodimma for the opportunity to serve, describing the appointment as a “call to integrity, honesty and strict adherence to the oath of office.”
He pledged that the members would not be swayed by social media narratives or external pressures, but would act according to their conscience and the law.
