International Federation of Women
Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, has condemned the non-confirmation of Beatrice Iliya as
chief judge of Gombe state.
Iliya, the most senior judge in
the state, was appointed in acting capacity and at the expiration of her three
months tenure, the governor swore in Muazu Yahaya as acting chief judge of the
state.
He said the appointment was based
on the fact that Pindiga was the most senior judge in the state, describing him
as reputable judge who deserved to occupy the exalted seat.
He urged him to partner with
other arms of government for the development of the state.
But Rhoda Tyoden, national
president of the association, and Eliana Martins, national publicity secretary,
described the action of the governor as a violation of the rights of women.
“FIDA Nigeria unites with other
groups and strongly condemn the non-confirmation of the Acting Chief Judge of
Gombe State, the Hon. Justice Beatrice Lazarus Iliya, as the Chief Judge of
Gombe State, having completed her statutory three months period as Acting Chief
Judge,” the statement read.
“Hon. Justice Beatrice Lazarus
Iliya, a noble lady is not due for retirement for another three years minimum
period; and has served diligently.
“We therefore strongly object to
the planned swearing in of a junior male judge as Chief Judge in her place for
whatever reason.
“FIDA Nigeria views the act of
swearing in a male judge who is junior to other female judges as the
substantive Chief Judge as act of gender discrimination!!
“This is more painful as the UN
16 days activism against Gender Based Violence and Human Rights Violations is
ongoing.”
Some protesters also took to the
streets, calling on Yahaya to confirm Iliya.
Below are pictures of the protest
staged over the situation in Gombe:
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