Oyo State Confers Justice of Peace on 345 Citizens, Charges Them to Uphold Rule of Law
The Oyo State Government on Thursday conferred the title of Justice of the Peace (JP) on 345 distinguished citizens, charging them to see the honour not merely as a title, but as a solemn call to duty and service to humanity.
The conferment ceremony, held at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building, State Secretariat, Ibadan, drew top government officials, members of the judiciary, religious leaders, and dignitaries from across the State.
Speaking at the event, the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Adebayo Lawal, congratulated the 345 appointees and urged them to take the title seriously.
He warned against infringing on the scope of their responsibilities, noting that the conferment could be withdrawn if misused.
In his address, the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of Oyo State, Honorable Abiodun Adedeji Aikomo, emphasised that beyond carrying the title of JP, the office represents a higher responsibility to ensure justice and fairness in society.
He encouraged the newly conferred Justices of the Peace to remain steadfast, committed to fairness, and dedicated to promoting justice across Oyo State.
Representing the Chief Judge of Oyo State, Honorable Justice Adedeji Ishola reiterated that the office of the Justice of the Peace demands strict adherence to laid-down principles.
The ceremony marked another significant step in strengthening community-based justice administration and reinforcing peace, integrity, and lawful conduct across Oyo State.