FCT Customary Court of Appeal Swears in 48 Commissioners for Oaths

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Customary Court of Appeal has sworn in 48 newly appointed Commissioners for Oaths as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the operational structure within the Oaths Department and to ensure availability of a Commissioner for Oaths at all Affidavit Centers.

The swearing-in ceremony was presided over by the President of the Court, Hon. Justice Adekunle Stanley Lawal, FICMC, F.DRI, who administered the oath on the new appointees. In his remarks, the Hon. President urged the Commissioners for Oaths to view their appointment as a call to greater responsibility rather than an avenue for self-aggrandizement. He reiterated the Court’s zero-tolerance stance on affidavit racketeering, warning that anyone found culpable would face the full consequences of their actions.

Delivering her welcome address, the Chief Registrar of the Court, Haj. BintaBabayo, Esq., reminded the Commissioners that the validity of many legal documents rests on the integrity with which they discharge their duties. She emphasized that the office of a Commissioner for Oaths is rooted in trust, integrity, and service.

Following the ceremony, an induction training was conducted for both the newly sworn-in and existing Commissioners. The training, organized by the Oaths Department in collaboration with Cinfores Ltd, one of the Court’s IT partners, focused on enhancing professional competence. Speaking on the significance of the exercise, the Assistant Chief Registrar (Oaths), Aisha U. Goji, Esq., highlighted the importance of continuous training in maintaining high standards within the department.

We wish all the new Commissioners for Oaths success in their new roles.