Chief Justice of Nigeria, Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, on Friday, swore in Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, as the substantive Appeal Court President.
Muhammed tasked the new president to live up to expectations by maintaining a cordial relationship with her colleagues on the Appeal court bench.
Being only the the second female to be appointed president, the CJN advised Dongban-Mensem to arrange regular meetings with Presiding Justices in all divisions of the court as well as other Justices to enable them to understand challenges that may be facing the court.
Justice Muhammad reminded the new Appeal Court President that the court has the largest number of Justices in the country, hence the need to be up and doing.
“From my personal experience, workload in the Court of Appeal, especially in the divisions is the highest.
“It is a home of work, it is a home of cooperation, but with your experience, hardwork, and zeal, you will not find your new status difficult.
“If you sustain your good character and conduct, your tenure will definitely be an excellent one.
“Try to be your self and do not allow others derail you. Remain what we know you for”, CJN added.
In her remarks, the newly sworn-in PCA assured Nigerians that she will do her best in ensuring that Justice is applied at the appellate court.
“I will build on the legacy left behind by her predecessors,” she said.
In attendance were the governors of Sokoto, Plateau, Niger, and Kebbi states.
