Bayelsa State Judicial Service Commission
The Bayelsa State Judicial Service Commission, established under Section 197(1)(c) of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is the executive body responsible for handling matters related to the appointment, discipline, and promotion of judicial officers and their support staff in Bayelsa State. The Commission is chaired by the Chief Judge of Bayelsa State.
Composition
All members of the Bayelsa State Judicial Service Commission are appointed by the Governor of Bayelsa State, subject to confirmation by the Bayelsa State House of Assembly. The Commission[1] consists of the following members:
- The Chief Judge of Bayelsa State, who serves as the Chairman.
- The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice.
- The President of the Customary Court of Appeal.
- Two legal practitioners of notable standing in the legal profession, one serving as a commissioner of the commission and the other as its secretary.
- Two additional individuals, appointed by the Governor, recognized for their unquestionable integrity, who will also serve as commissioners of the commission.
Members of the commission
The current members of the commission include;[2]
| Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| The Hon. Justice Matilda Abrakassa Ayemieye[3][4] | Chief Judge of Bayelsa State |
| Hon. Justice Daniel Ayah | Presidient, Bayelsa State Customary Court of Appeal |
| Biriyai Dambo, SAN | Attorney General of Bayelsa State |
| Bafu Mirin-Johnson, ESQ | Secretary to the Commission |
| Chief F. D. Lott | Commissioner |
| H.R.M Ayibakuro Ogidi-Oke | Commissioner |
| Mrs. Ine Serena Dokubo-Spiff | Commissioner |
Powers and responsibilities
Under Part II, Third Schedule of the 1999 Constitution, the Bayelsa State Judicial Service Commission[5] is empowered to:
- Advise and make recommendations to the National Judicial Council (NJC)[6] on matters concerning the appointment, discipline, and removal of judicial officers in Bayelsa State.
- Oversee the promotion and discipline of judicial officers, ensuring compliance with ethical and professional standards.
- Handle matters concerning the appointment and welfare of support staff working under the judiciary.
- Facilitate the smooth operation and administration of the judicial system in the state, ensuring the judiciary remains independent and effective.
See also
References
- ^ "Judicial Service Commission (JSC)". Bayelsa State Judiciary. Retrieved 2025-01-28.
- ^ Briseimo, Teresa (2023-04-26). "Diri Swears In New Judicial Service Commission Members". BayelsaWatch. Retrieved 2025-01-28.
- ^ ADM (2023-04-26). "New Bayelsa Chief Judge". BayelsaJudiciary. Retrieved 2025-01-28.
- ^ Bassey, Willie (2024-09-18). "Stop disrespecting judges, Bayelsa CJ warns lawyers - Daily Trust". Daily Trust News. Retrieved 2025-01-28.
- ^ An Almanac of Contemporary and Comparative Judicial Restatements (ACCJR Supp. i Private Law). Almanac Foundation. 30 January 2015. Retrieved 14 May 2015.
- ^ "National Judicial Council". njc.gov.ng. Retrieved 2025-01-28.