Governor Radda urges judges to uphold justice with integrity, fairness and fear of Allah

By Sadiq Abdulfatah

Dikko Umaru Radda, the governor of Katsina has sworn in two new Kadis of the Upper Sharia Court in Katsina State, charging them to discharge their duties with integrity, fairness and the fear of Allah.

The newly appointed judges, Kadi Ibrahim Abdullahi Yakubu Dandume and Kadi Bala Salisu Daura, were recommended by the National Judicial Council before receiving the governor’s approval.

Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony at the Government House in Katsina, Governor Radda described the oath of office as a sacred responsibility before Allah and humanity. He said justice remains the foundation of peace, stability and peaceful coexistence in every society.

The governor noted that the appointments represent another step towards strengthening the administration of justice and increasing public confidence in the state’s Sharia judicial system. He added that the new Kadis would help improve the judiciary’s ability to deliver timely, fair and impartial justice to the people of Katsina State.

Radda reminded the judges that the oath they had taken clearly defines their responsibilities, urging them to remain faithful to the trust placed in them and to uphold the principles of justice at all times.

Kadi Dandume began his judicial career in 1992 as a registrar in the Magistrate and Sharia Courts before rising to the position of Upper Sharia Court Judge I. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree in Common and Islamic Law from Bayero University and has also contributed to research on the administration of Sharia justice in Katsina State.

Kadi Daura has served in the Katsina State Judiciary for more than 30 years, progressing from Assistant Registrar to Upper Sharia Court Judge II. He obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree in Sharia and Civil Law from Al-Nahda International University and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Law.

Source: Daily Trust