Abia State on Wednesday October 26, held a valedictory church service for the immediate past Chief Judge of the state, Justice Onuoha Kalu Ogwe.
The service, which was held at the Queen Elizabeth Chapel of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Umuahia, the state capital, was attended by Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, members of the Bench, NBA members and other state functionaries.
Ikpeazu, who was represented by his Deputy, Ude Chukwu, commended Justice Ogwe for his contributions towards the development of the state’s judiciary.
Reminding the retiring CJ that he still has more to render to the state, Ikpeazu urged him to always make himself available whenever the need for his services are needed by the state.
The governor praised Justice Ogwe for the cordial relationship between the Judiciary and the Executive under his watch, noting that it contributed to the peace and harmony experienced in the state.
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Earlier in his sermon titled “Celebrating God’s Faithfulness, the guest preacher, The Rev Ejibe Eme enjoined all that they had every reason to always celebrate God’s faithfulness, adding that God “is not only dependable, but covers our weaknesses.”
Responding, Justice Ogwe said he could not have gone far in life “without God Almighty” who elevated him.
Ogwe appreciated the state’s leadership for their love, trust and friendship which, according to him, kept him.
This is even as he thanked his colleagues, family and friends for their support throughout his reign.
The service which featured a special thanksgiving by the celebrant and family, attracted the President, Customary Court of Appeal, Justice Okey Nwamoh, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr Chris Ezem, top government officials, Body of Permanent Secretaries, lawyers, the clergy, traditional rulers, among others.