Kwara assembly confirms new chief judge

 The Kwara house of assembly has confirmed the appointment of Sulaiman Kawu as the new chief judge of the state.

Kawu, who was nominated for screening by Abdulfatah Ahmed, governor of the state, was confirmed at Tuesday’s plenary.

The appointment of Kawu followed Friday’s retirement of Ayinla Bamigbola as the chief judge of the state.

In a letter addressed to the assembly, Ahmed said Kawu was recommended by the national judicial council for the appointment.

He said Kawu’s name was nominated for screening and confirmation in line with section 271 (1) of the 1999 constitution as amended.

After 15 minutes of screening, Abdulkareem Abdulganiyu, the majority leader of the house, moved a motion that Kawu should take a bow and leave.

He said this was necessary in view of his track record in the administration of justice.

His motion was seconded by Kamaldeen Fagbemi, the chairman, house committee on ethics, privileges, public services and judiciary.

Razak Atunwa, the Speaker, who announced the confirmation, directed the clerk to inform the governor of the confirmation.

Kawu had been serving as a high court judge in the state’s Judiciary since 1994.

Born on January 4, 1958, he served as acting chief judge of the state between 2010 and 2012.