Shehu Emerges Bauchi JUSUN Chairman, Vows Better Welfare for Judiciary Workers

Shehu Emerges Bauchi JUSUN Chairman, Vows Better Welfare for Judiciary Workers

By Ahmed Muhammad, Bauchi

Mohammed Salisu Shehu has emerged as the new Chairman of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Bauchi State chapter, promising to champion improved welfare, better working conditions and modern facilities for judiciary workers in the state.

Shehu made the pledge shortly after he was sworn in on Saturday in Bauchi, where he unveiled key priorities of his administration aimed at strengthening the state’s justice system and improving the welfare of judicial staff.

He said one of the immediate concerns of his leadership would be the rehabilitation of courtrooms and the provision of modern facilities to create a more conducive environment for judicial operations.

According to him, improving infrastructure within the judiciary is critical to enhancing staff productivity and ensuring efficient and timely dispensation of justice.

The new JUSUN chairman also assured members that his administration would pursue better salary structures, allowances, housing support and official vehicles as part of efforts to improve staff welfare.

He noted that a more motivated workforce would not only boost efficiency but also help curb corruption within the system.

Shehu further reaffirmed the union’s commitment to protecting the rights and interests of its members while promoting professionalism, fairness and accountability in the discharge of their responsibilities.

He also pledged to work closely with government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the full implementation of financial autonomy for the judiciary at both state and federal levels in line with constitutional provisions.

Earlier, the National Legal Adviser of JUSUN and Chief Returning Officer of the election, Mahmud Ibn-Amin, announced that Shehu won the chairmanship election with 445 votes, defeating Mohammed Jaja, who polled 75 votes.

Ibn-Amin described the election as peaceful, transparent and credible, saying it reflected the confidence reposed in the new leadership by members of the union.
Also elected into office was Abdulhamid Waziri, who emerged as Secretary of the union.

The emergence of the new leadership is expected to usher in renewed efforts toward improving staff welfare and strengthening the justice delivery system in Bauchi State.