The Jigawa State Judiciary has sworn in 19 newly appointed Sharia Court Judges (Alkalis) in a ceremony held at the Judicial Complex in Dutse.
The event was attended by Hon. Judges, Kadis, Magistrates, Sharia Court Judges, judicial staff, well-wishers, and families of the appointees.
The newly appointed Alkalis have undergone rigorous training and selection processes, ensuring their deep understanding of Islamic law and commitment to justice.
They are expected to uphold the principles of Sharia and serve communities at the grassroots level with fairness and integrity.
Chief Judge and Chairman of the Judicial Service Commission, Hon. Justice Umar M. Sadiq, urged the judges to remain committed to justice and integrity, warning them against corruption.
“This significant event marks a major milestone in our efforts to uphold justice, integrity, and the rule of law,” Justice Sadiq stated.
Grand Kadi, Hon. Kadi Sani Salihu, also reminded the appointees of their responsibility to remain law-abiding and uphold the principles of Islamic Sharia.
The newly sworn-in Alkalis include:
1. Mohd Abubakar
2. Ibrahim Adamu Ibrahim
3. Suleiman Abubakar Suleiman
4. Lawan Salisu
5. Shu’aibu Hussain
6. Rabi’u Jafar Adamu
7. Muhsin Haruna Hashim
8. Abdullahi Sabo
9. Jafar Hassan Adam
10. Abdulkadir Umar Maigari
11. Umar Abubakar Yahaya
12. Umar Muktar Shu’aibu
13. Rufa’i Sabo
14. Najib Garba
15. Shu’aibu Nasiru
16. Nura Mohd Imam
17. Abubakar Dalhatu
18. Muddassir Usman Adam
19. Abdullahi Idris
The ceremony saw the attendance of key judiciary officials, including Chief Registrar of the High Court Aisha Ahmed Babura, Chief Registrar of the Sharia Court of Appeal Barr. Muttaqa Usman, and other senior judicial officers.
The swearing-in of the new Alkalis is seen as a significant step towards strengthening the Sharia court system and ensuring access to justice for all members of the community.
