Ekiti Names High Court Complex after Justice Oyebisi Omoyele

Nigeria's justice system has lost one of its most distinguished jurists, Hon. Justice Oyebisi Omoleye, whose career in the legal profession spanned nearly 48 years. The Ekiti State Government recently announced that the upcoming High Court Complex in the state will be named in her honor, recognizing her decades-long contribution to Nigeria's jurisprudence.

Governor Biodun Oyebanji presented the retired Presiding Justice of the Court of Appeal, Ekiti Division, with a mini bus during a valedictory court session held at the Court of Appeal, Ado-Ekiti. The ceremony also featured a special police match parade to honor her for her unwavering commitment to justice and public administration.

Justice Omoleye's journey to becoming one of the highest judicial offices in the country was marked by significant milestones. After being called to the Nigerian Bar in 1978, she began her legal career at the Ondo State Ministry of Justice in Akure, eventually rising to become Director of Public Prosecutions. She later served as Clerk and Director-General at the Ekiti State House of Assembly before her appointment to the High Court Bench in 1998.

She later became Chief Judge of Ekiti State in 2003 and was elevated to the Court of Appeal in 2006, finally assuming the position of Presiding Justice in September 2013. During her emotional valedictory address, Justice Omoleye reflected on the lessons she learned from her judicial career. She emphasized that being a judge was a sacred trust and a responsibility she carried for the benefit of society.

Her dedication to justice and unwavering commitment to integrity, wisdom, and exceptional legal knowledge are well-recognized by her colleagues and the nation.