Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria -Jusun Bayelsa State Branch

02/04/2026

*MR. NITONI SAMUEL EMERGES AS THE MOST OUTSTANDING BAILIFF FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2026.*

In line with the initiate to encourage and promote efficiency of bailiffs in the High Court of Justice, an award was presented to the most outstanding bailiff of the first quarter i.e from January to March 2026.

The criterias for the award are punctuality to work, decent dressing, attitude to work, general commitment and dedication to work.

The ceremony was held at the Deputy Sheriff's Office High Court of Justice, Yenagoa Bayelsa state.

Present at the event was Mr. David Azibagiri, a Deputy Director of the High Court. In his brief speech, he acknowledged the efforts of bailiffs in the administration of justice. He encouraged them to continue in that light, because their rewards transcend what the office can give to them. A little token was given to each bailiff as a show of gratitude for their input.

The Chairman of the event, A. M. Ayabowei, Esq, who is the Chairman of the Law Reform Committee, Nigeria Bar Association Yenagoa Branch, also applauded the gesture which was geared towards promoting productivity in the system. He urged the bailiffs, amongst other things, to see the challenge of being the next most outstanding bailiffs as a positive one that should propel them to give their best in the discharge of their duty .

The award for most outstanding bailiff for the period was presented to *MR. NITONI SAMUEL* and the cash sum of *N50,000* only was presented to him.

Mr. George Yakegba gave the vote of thanks. He appreciated the bailiffs and the special guest present at the brief ceremony.

Congratulations Mr. Nitoni Samuel, we honor God 🎖

Comrade E. Robert
_PROJUSUN_

02/03/2026

On Sunday 1st of March, 2026, Chairman of JUSUN, Comrade Temekori Dirikebamoh led other Executives and members of JUSUN to felicitate with Mrs Lauraba E. Audu, on the occasion of her retirement thanksgiving service at the Grace Dynasty Ministry and the reception in her residence thereafter at Yenagoa.

The event was attended with lots of dignitaries including a Deputy Chief Registrar of the High Court of Justice, Bayelsa State, Mrs. Christiana L. Ebobrah and the Head, Human Resources in the High Court, Mrs. Betty Arofah.

Comrade E. Robert
PROJUSUN

16/02/2026

On Sunday 15th February, 2026, JUSUN members turned out to felicitate with one of their own, Faith Akpe aka modern secretary on the occasion of her baby(boy) dedication at the Refined People's Assembly Opolo-Epie, Yenagoa.

03/10/2025

MR. EBINIMI KAKA AWARDED THE MOST OUTSTANDING BAILIFF OF THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER .

Mr Ebinimi Kaka was voted by his colleagues as the most outstanding Bailif of the month of September.

The award was presented by the Chairman of JUSUN, Comrade Temekori Direkebamoh to the recipient on Thursday, 2nd of October, 2025 at the Deputy Sheriff's office, High Court of Justice, Yenagoa.

In his brief remarks, the Chairman commended the Deputy Sheriff for introducing a mechanism that will encourage proficiency and commitment to work. He urged the beneficiary to do more and encourage other officers to strive for same and be dedicated to work so that their turn will come.

The obviously elated Mr. Kaka was overwhelmed with joy as he thanked the Deputy Sheriff for the gesture and his colleagues for nominating him for the award.

The Vice Chairman of JUSUN, Comrade Seiyefa Bikikoro was also present in the brief event.

E. Robert.
PROJUSUN.

13/09/2025

NBA Yenagoa Branch partners with JUSUN Bayelsa State Branch as critical stakeholder in the justice system.

13/09/2025

13/09/2025

*NIGERIA BAR ASSOCIATION (NBA) YENAGOA BRANCH PARTNERS WITH JUDICIARY STAFF UNION OF NIGERIA (JUSUN) BAYELSA STATE BRANCH AS CRITICAL STAKEHOLDERS IN THE JUSTICE SECTOR*

*On Thursday, the 11th of September, 2025 the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Bar Association( NBA) Yenagoa Branch paid a courtesy visit to the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Bayelsa State Branch at the High Court Complex, Yenagoa* .

*The meeting was more of an interactive session owing to the long standing relationship between the two bodies* .

*The Chairman of the Branch, C.B. Kekemeke, Esq express gratitude to JUSUN for the warm reception. He noted that the meeting would have been earlier but for certain setbacks including the abduction and eventual release of Hon. Justice E. G. Omukoro.*

*The Branch Chairman noted the importance of meeting with JUSUN, acknowledged the Union as a critical stakeholder in the justice sector and assured the Union that the Branch will continue to stand in solidarity with the Union at ensuring that the welfare of its members is protected.*

*The Branch Chairman raised concerns over the inability of JUSUN members to rise to the position of permanent secretary like their counterpart in the mainstream civil service, while acknowledging that he recognized the the fact that the challenge is imposed by law, and promised to initiate a conversation with the appropriate authorities and the Union intended towards changing the narrative.*

*In his response, the Chairman of the State JUSUN, Comrade Temekori Direkebamoh, equally expressed gratitude for the visit. He congratulated the Branch Executive Committee for their emergence at the last elections. He also acknowledged the bond between JUSUN and NBA and promised to maintain the same* .

*The JUSUN Chairman commended the Branch Chairman for observing the trend of its members inability to rise to the position of permanent secretary. However, he informed the Branch Chairman that one of the vital weapons of the Union is dialogue. He pointed out that, constant engagement with the appropriate authority in dialogue will eventually change the tide. He referred to a similar trend, where JUSUN members could not rise to grade level 17, but with proper dialogue with the authority, its members can now rise to that level.*

*The JUSUN Chairman appealed for better understanding between the two bodies. He observed that where a member of JUSUN is found wanting on his job, such conduct should be brought to the attention of the Union Executive, and the issue will be properly addressed, instead of reporting members to the Management at any slightest provocation.*

*In conclusion, the JUSUN Chairman appreciated the Branch for the visit.*
*He requested the Branch to extend the gratitude of the Union to the Chief Judge of Bayelsa State, Hon. Justice Matilda Abrakassa Ayemieye, for her commitment to staff welfare especially in the area of conducive working environment amongst several others.*

*The meeting ended with a photo session.*

*E. Robert*
*PRO JUSUN*