Governor Eno Begins Judiciary Reforms with Mass Recruitment

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Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has approved the recruitment of 1,000 additional staff into the state judiciary in a decisive move aimed at accelerating the dispensation of justice and easing prison congestion.

The governor made the announcement during a special thanksgiving service held in Uyo to mark the beginning of the 2025/2026 Legal Year of the Akwa Ibom State Judiciary.

He stated that the new recruitment drive is intended to fill longstanding vacancies within the state’s judicial system and to support courts across the state in expediting case adjudication. He identified overcrowding in correctional facilities located in Uyo, Ikot Ekpene, Eket, and Ikot Abasi as a growing concern that demands immediate attention.

“We need more hands in the judiciary to ensure quicker dispensation of justice. This will go a long way in reducing the burden on our correctional centres,” Eno said.

To ensure transparency, the governor ordered that all applications must be submitted through the official Akwa Ibom State Employment Portal. He strongly emphasised that the recruitment process must remain strictly merit-based and free from political interference.

“There will be no slot for anyone, no godfatherism,” he declared. “We believe any average applicant seeking to join the civil service should be able to pass a simple computer-based test. We will work closely with the judiciary to guarantee a seamless and credible recruitment process.”

In addition to the recruitment, Governor Eno pledged to provide more official vehicles for judges and magistrates across the state. This, he said, would enhance their mobility and improve overall efficiency in the delivery of justice.

The initiative is part of the governor’s broader judicial reform agenda aimed at strengthening the rule of law and improving public trust in the state’s legal system.

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