Akeredolu swears in new acting Chief Judge, clears air on relationship

Ondo state governor, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu, on Monday inaugurated
Justice Olanrewaju Akeredolu, as the acting Chief Judge for the
state, clearing air on the criticism that greeted the appointment
of the new Chief Judge.

Akeredolu who disclosed that they are not blood related stated
that, “It is enough that we belong to the same profession but I
assert, without equivocation, that my lord is not a member of
Akeredolu family of Owo.”

“We are not related by blood or marriage, at least to the best
of my knowledge. If it were so, that should not be a disadvantage
to a resourceful person such as a judge of the High Court.”

“This administration will continue to be associated with and
unwavering dedication to serve the people. Nepotistic and clannish
considerations are not, and will not be associated with this
administration.”

The governor said, “Affinity with regard to blood or marriage
should not be a reason for discrimination and vilification against
the deserving.”

“No, citizen, however, must be dispossessed or discriminated
against on account of birth, marriage, gender, religion or
ethnicity.”

He however said that Justice Akeredolu appointment was non merit
saying there is no doubt she merited it.

The governor called on other judges and workers in the judiciary
to work hand-in-hand with the new Chief Judge for smooth
administration of justice in the state.

Speaking after her inauguration, Justice Akeredolu described her
appointment as an opportunity to serve God and humanity in higher
capacity.

She however promised to ensure discipline at all level and not
tolerate corruption.

Criticism had greeted the appointment of the Acting Chief Judge
following the general belief that she was governor Akeredolu blood
sister from the same area of the state.

Ondo state governor, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu, on Monday inaugurated
Justice Olanrewaju Akeredolu, as the acting Chief Judge for the
state, clearing air on the criticism that greeted the appointment
of the new Chief Judge.

Akeredolu who disclosed that they are not blood related stated
that, “It is enough that we belong to the same profession but I
assert, without equivocation, that my lord is not a member of
Akeredolu family of Owo.”

“We are not related by blood or marriage, at least to the best
of my knowledge. If it were so, that should not be a disadvantage
to a resourceful person such as a judge of the High Court.”

“This administration will continue to be associated with and
unwavering dedication to serve the people. Nepotistic and clannish
considerations are not, and will not be associated with this
administration.”

The governor said, “Affinity with regard to blood or marriage
should not be a reason for discrimination and vilification against
the deserving.”

“No, citizen, however, must be dispossessed or discriminated
against on account of birth, marriage, gender, religion or
ethnicity.”

He however said that Justice Akeredolu appointment was non merit
saying there is no doubt she merited it.

The governor called on other judges and workers in the judiciary
to work hand-in-hand with the new Chief Judge for smooth
administration of justice in the state.

Speaking after her inauguration, Justice Akeredolu described her
appointment as an opportunity to serve God and humanity in higher
capacity.

She however promised to ensure discipline at all level and not
tolerate corruption.

Criticism had greeted the appointment of the Acting Chief Judge
following the general belief that she was governor Akeredolu blood
sister from the same area of the state.