By Fisayo Akinduro, Osogbo

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Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola, has sworn in the newly-confirmed President of the State Customary Court of Appeal, Justice Raheem Akanbi Shiyanbola.

Oyetola, who harped on the critical tenets of incorruptibility, fairness, integrity, fearlessness, in dispensing justice to the people, charged Justice Shiyanbola to sustain the widely-acclaimed tradition of excellence for which the Osun judiciary was regarded.

The governor noted that when this was done, there was no doubt that the trust reposed on the Judiciary as the last hope of the common man would be sustained.

Oyetola gave the charge on Tuesday at the swearing-in ceremony held at the Multi-purpose Hall of the Local Government Service Commission in Osogbo.

He assured that his administration will continue to ensure that it prioritises the welfare of judicial officers and provide the requisite infrastructure that can enhance the discharge of their duties as esteemed servants in the Temple of Justice.

He pledged sustained commitment of his administration to the Arm’s continued quest to making  Osun judiciary an exemplar in the comity of judiciaries across the country.

The governor lauded Justice Shiyanbola, describing his elevation as a celebration of merit and  further advancement of the culture of unalloyed professionalism that has characterised Osun State Judiciary.

He also charged Shiyanbola to uphold the sacred responsibility of the leadership of the Customary Court of Appeal to ensure that justice was not only served but must be seen to have been served in the interest of the people and by extension, that of the society.

Oyetola also lauded the cordial yet uncompromising relationships that exist among the three organs, adding that Osun has experienced significant strides in all the sectors of its economy.

Speaking after taking the oath of allegiance and oath of office, Shiyanbola pledged to deliver his duties with a high sense of diligence and competence, saying, “with my emergence as the President of the Customary Court of Appeal, my cock is ever ready to crow at dawn in my new office”.

The appointment and confirmation of Justice Shiyanbola were sequels to the retirement of his predecessor, Justice Wasiu Akanbi from service.