Just In: Benue Assembly Approves Removal Of Chief Judge Ikpambese Over Financial Misconduct

The Benue State House of Assembly has approved the removal of the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, following allegations of financial impropriety and abuse of office.

During the plenary session held on Tuesday, the Assembly resolved to oust the Chief Judge after reviewing the accusations levelled against him.

Following the removal, Naija News gathered that the Assembly directed that the next most senior judge in the state judiciary be sworn in as the Acting Chief Judge, pending the outcome of further investigations.

More details later…