Members of the Judiciary Staff Union in Osun State took a bold step on Monday by barricading the entrance to the Osun State High Court in Osogbo. The protest action was directed against the Chief Judge, Adepele Ojo, and the perceived mismanagement of judicial affairs in the state.
The demonstrators, led by Mr. Gbenga Eludire, effectively halted entry into the court premises, brandishing placards bearing messages such as ‘Judiciary staff deserves better,’ ‘We are tired of oppression and stagnation,’ and ‘Unlawful suspension of Judiciary staff without recourse to Judicial Service Commission is barbaric,’ among others. The protesters accused Chief Judge Ojo of neglecting to disburse wardrobe allowances to staff for the past three years.
Details of the grievances and ongoing developments will be provided shortly.