Honorable Justice Daniel Iyobosa Okungbowa | |
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Chief Judge of Edo State | |
Assumed office 19 May 2023 | |
Appointed by | Godwin Obaseki |
Preceded by | Joe Acha |
Personal details | |
Nationality | Nigerian |
Profession | Judge |
Daniel Iyobosa Okungbowa is a Nigerian jurist who serves as the Chief Judge of Edo State. The Edo State House of Assembly confirmed his appointment on 12 July 2023. [1] [2] In 2001,he was appointed a High Court Judge in Edo State. [1] Prior to his confirmation as Chief Judge,he served as the Acting Chief Judge of Edo State from 19 May 2023. [3]
Okungbowa held various positions in the judiciary before he was appointed a High Court Judge in 2001. [1] During his tenure as Chief Judge,he continued judicial reforms initiated by his predecessor. [3] [4]