Bauchi Chief Judge Launches Local Government Election Tribunals

On [date not specified], Justice Rabi Talatu Umar, the Chief Judge of Bauchi State, inaugurated the Local Government Election Tribunals, Appeal Tribunal, Family Court I, and Right of Way Mobile Court at the Bauchi State High Court premises. She charged the tribunal members to perform their duties with impartiality, independence, and adherence to the law, highlighting that their appointments were based on competence, integrity, and commitment to justice.

The Local Government Election Tribunals are established to resolve disputes arising from the upcoming local government elections in the state. Justice Umar stressed the importance of treating all political parties equally and warned tribunal members against external pressures.

She underscored the judiciary's critical role in democracy and public confidence in the electoral process. The Bauchi South Tribunal and Special Court will operate from the State High Court in Bauchi, while the Bauchi North Tribunal and Special Court will be based in Azare.

The Central Zone Tribunal and Special Court will be located at the Magistrates’ Court in Ningi.