#TrackNigeria: The Chief Judge of Kaduna State, Justice Muhammadu Bello, has advised newly sworn in 40 magistrates in the state to live above board in administering justice according to the oath of their office.
Bello at the swearing-in of the new magistrates on Monday in Kaduna, said that they should bear in mind that all judges were first and foremost lawyers.
He advised the magistrates to master the code of conduct for judicial officers of the federation and rules of professional conduct for legal practitioners.
“Your conduct must be geared towards saving the legal profession and invariably the entire structure with which justice is administered.
“You must also not forget that the true administration of justice is the firmest pillar of good government,” he added.
He urged the state government not to relent in ensuring that what is due to the judiciary is released in good time to enable it play its role effectively.
The Chief Judge commended Gov. Nasir El-Rufai for his cooperation and support to the judiciary.(NAN)
