Joe Acha
Joe Itsebaga Acha | |
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Chief Judge of Edo State | |
In office 6 October 2021 – 19 May 2023 | |
Appointed by | Godwin Obaseki |
Preceded by | Esther Edigin |
Succeeded by | Daniel Okungbowa |
Personal details | |
Born | Okpekpe, Edo State, Nigeria | 19 May 1958
Spouse | Christiana Acha |
Profession | Judge |
Joe Itsebaga Acha is a Nigerian jurist who served as the Chief Judge of Edo State from 6 October 2021, until 19 May 2023.[1] He took on the role of Acting Chief Judge on 17 May 2021, following the retirement of Justice Esther Edigin.[2] Acha was born on 19 May 1958, in Okpekpe, Edo State, Nigeria.[1] He is the first chief judge from Etsako East and is married to Christiana Acha, with whom he has children and grandchildren.[3]
Early life and education
Justice Acha was born in the town of Okpekpe and raised in a Catholic family.[1]
Career
Acha began his legal career after completing his formal education and training in law. He served in the judiciary and became a judge in Edo State. His term as Chief Judge involved efforts to improve the judicial system and maintain the rule of law.[4][5]
Personal life
Joe Acha is married to Christiana Acha with whom he has children and grandchildren.[3] He is a member of the Catholic Church.[3]
References
- ^ a b c Report, Agency (20 May 2023). "Edo Chief Judge retires from service". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ^ Odunsi, Wale (17 May 2021). "Obaseki swears in Joe Acha as Edo Acting Chief Judge". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ^ a b c Bankole, Idowu (20 May 2023). "Edo Chief Judge retires from service". Vanguard News. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ^ "Obaseki swears in Joe Acha as Edo Chief Judge". P.M. News. 6 October 2021. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ^ The Nigerian Observer (6 October 2021). "Obaseki swears in Joe Acha as Edo Chief Judge, urges collaboration among arms of govt – Nigerian Observer". Nigerian Observer – Online Edition – Latest News and Headlines. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
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