The Kano State Judicial Service Commission has taken disciplinary measures against two Upper Sharia Court judges and several court registrars following findings of judicial misconduct.
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In a statement issued by Baba Jibo Ibrahim, spokesperson of the Kano State Judiciary, the commission revealed that the decisions were made during its 80th meeting after reviewing the recommendations of the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee.
Judge Mansur Ibrahim of the Upper Sharia Court was issued a formal warning for using derogatory language toward a litigant, while Judge Nasiru Ahmad received a caution for improperly ordering the detention of a judgment debtor, raising concerns about personal bias.
The commission also emphasized the importance of judicial officers maintaining decorum, exercising discretion with fairness, and respecting the rights of all court users to safeguard public confidence in the judiciary. It reiterated its strict stance against misconduct and corruption within the judicial system.
Among the court staff sanctioned were Ibrahim Adamu, a Principal Registrar II, who was suspended for six months without pay and had his promotion deferred after verbally assaulting and attempting to physically confront a superior. Similarly, Maigida Lawan, a Principal Registrar, was demoted and suspended without salary for six months after being found guilty of soliciting and accepting improper gratification.
The commission warned that any judicial staff found guilty of corruption would face stern penalties, including compulsory retirement. It reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the integrity and credibility of the state’s judiciary.
