Benue chief judge accused of bias, misconduct as group threatens protest

• A transparency group has accused Benues Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, of bias and misconduct, demanding NJC intervention within National Judicial Council (NJC) to launch an investigation into the embattled judge, warning of mass protests if no action is taken.

It is warned that if the NJC does not intervene immediately and urgently, the judiciary in Benue will continue to worsen as the days pass.Source: OriginalGroup urges NJC’s intervetionConstitutionally, only the governor can rightfully remove a Chief Justice of the state. Image: FB/Hyacinth AliaSource: TwitterRecent events involving the Benue State Judiciary are deeply concerning. The State House of Assembly has taken a constitutional step by recommending the removal of Justice Ikpambese after receiving petitions detailing his alleged misconduct and abuse of office, Jacob stated.We give the NJC a 48-hour ultimatum to investigate and take necessary action. If this demand is ignored, we will have no choice but to occupy the NJC premises in a peaceful demonstration to ensure justice is served, Jacob declared.Boat capsizes in River Benue

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