Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has allocated 49 newly constructed duplexes to judges of the State High Court as part of his administration’s efforts to improve judicial welfare and strengthen the administration of justice.

Abiodun announced the allocation on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, during the swearing-in ceremony of five new High Court judges at the Executive Chambers of the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

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The newly sworn-in judges are Luqman Oke, Adebimpe Obienu, Fatima Daudu, Rafiat Kadiri and Oludotun Osho. Their appointments bring the total number of High Court judges in the state to 49.

According to the governor, the 49 duplexes are situated at the President Muhammadu Buhari Estate along Kobape Road, Abeokuta.

He said the houses were provided to support judges and create a more conducive environment for the effective performance of their duties.

“The 49 duplexes, located at the President Muhammadu Buhari Estate along Kobape Road, Abeokuta, have been provided in fulfilment of our administration’s commitment to judicial welfare and the creation of an enabling environment for the effective administration of justice,” Abiodun said.

He added that his government would continue to support the judiciary as his administration approaches the end of its tenure, stressing that judicial officers deserved appropriate welfare and institutional backing.

The governor described the judiciary as the last hope of the common man and urged the newly appointed judges to discharge their responsibilities with integrity, impartiality and professionalism.

He cautioned them against allowing political interests, personal relationships, financial inducements or public pressure to influence their decisions.

Abiodun also charged the judges to examine evidence carefully, apply the law faithfully and ensure that their courts remained accessible to all citizens, regardless of their social standing or political affiliation.

Beyond the housing allocation, the governor disclosed that construction had commenced on the Abeokuta Division of the Court of Appeal complex.

The project is being developed on a 2.6-hectare site beside the State Judiciary Complex in the Kobape area of Abeokuta.

He also highlighted other housing projects undertaken for judicial officers and supporting personnel, including six completed duplexes at Ibara Housing GRA, Abeokuta, and 20 bungalows at Prince Court Estate, Kobape.

Abiodun said the appointment of the five judges was part of efforts to strengthen the state’s judicial capacity and improve the delivery of justice.

He commended the Chief Judge for facilitating the appointments, adding that bringing younger judicial officers into the system would encourage continuity, renewed energy and long-term institutional development.

The governor further reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to cooperation among the three arms of government while respecting the constitutional principle of separation of powers.

He also drew attention to the state judiciary’s electronic affidavit platform, which he described as an important development in improving access to justice and public service delivery.

According to him, the platform has processed more than 31,000 affidavits and has approximately 4,500 users and 25 agents operating across Ogun State.

The housing announcement comes amid wider efforts by the state government to expand judicial infrastructure and reduce pressure on existing courts.

In February 2026, the government approved a ₦6.1bn contract for the construction of the Abeokuta Division of the Court of Appeal complex.

The facility is expected to reduce the burden on the Ibadan Division, which currently handles appeals from Ogun State.

The need for additional appellate capacity has also been highlighted by the volume of cases handled in the state.

During a special sitting in Abeokuta in May 2024, about 10 panels reportedly disposed of more than 150 appeals within three days.

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The latest housing allocation and judicial appointments therefore form part of the state government’s broader programme of investment in judicial personnel, accommodation and court infrastructure.