| HonorableJoe Itsebaga Acha | |
|---|---|
| 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 | (1958-05-19) 19 May 1958 (age 66) Okpekpe, Edo State, Nigeria |
| 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. He took on the role of Acting Chief Judge on 17 May 2021, following the retirement of Justice Esther Edigin. Acha was born on 19 May 1958, in Okpekpe, Edo State, Nigeria. He is the first chief judge from Etsako East and is married to Christiana Acha, with whom he has children and grandchildren.
Early life and education
Justice Acha was born in the town of Okpekpe and raised in a Catholic family.
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.
Personal life
Joe Acha is married to Christiana Acha with whom he has children and grandchildren. He is a member of the Catholic Church.
References
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.