Judicial Reform Will Enhance Speedy Dispensation of Justice – Retiring AIG

By Praise Chinecherem 

Retiring Assistant General of Police in charge of Zone 13, Umar Muri has raised concerns over prevalent delay that has characterized the judicial system of the country over the years.

He canvassed for urgent reform of the judiciary to ensure justice was served with dispatch.

Speaking at his sendforth ceremony, at the Zone’s headquarters, Ukpo in Dunukofia Local Government Area of the State, Muri said the best way to serve justice is through the police.

He said he had no regrets joining police, stressing that interest in ensuring justice was served, especially to the poor, informed his decision to join the force.

He said, “It’s not coincidence that i started my police journey here and I’m ending it here. I’ve never regretted serving in the State and a police officer. 

“I left Nigerian Port Authority to join the force not because of money, but interest in serving my father land. It’s all about serving justice and the best you can serve is that of a poor.

“If you want to serve justice, always come to the police; because any justice administration starts with the police. That’s why I always insist justice is served.

“But in the judiciary, we have lots of problems, because cases will run for months, especially when judges are transferred. For judiciary and Police to do their work well, both need to be rejigged to deliver their jobs well. 

“We’ve two main religion in the country,  If both faithful can follow the tenets, I don’t think we’ll have problem in this country. Most of us are pretenders. If we behave well, about 90 percent of our problems would have been solved.”

Describing Police work as fantastic, Muri appreciated federal government through Inspector General of Police and Police service commission for offering him the opportunity to serve humanity.

He challenged men and officers of the force to always emulate good side of thier superiors, just as he advised people of the State to learn to be together, appreciate each other and live in harmony for peace to reign in the State.

“God has done so much for me in the job, including rank and good health. I think I’m the only AIG that can read without glasses. I don’t have a doctor,” he added.

Earlier, Commissioner of Police in the State, Echeng Echeng described the retiring AIG as icon of the force and epitome of justice, saying his leadership and commitment to the job was examplary.

He said, “We take solace that he’s not only existing in good health, but with a fulfilled life. His retirement is emotional, especially in view of the fact that he’s commenced and ending his career in the same state, which is rare.”