President Lungu counsels newly sworn in Judges

President Edgar Lungu

President Edgar Lungu has implored newly sworn-in High Court Judges to exhibit high levels of integrity in their discharge of duties.

Speaking today at State house when he swore in nine judges and one state counsel, President Lungu advised the judges to acquaint themselves with literature highlighting the ethics of a judge.

He pointed out that people will respect the outcome of a judgment when judges exhibit professionalism by sticking to ethics.

Mr Lungu further urged the judges to refrain from being found with people who may have a questionable character as this may tarnish their image as judges.

The President said the perception people will have towards them emanates from the people they associate with.

The Head of State counseled the new judges to emulate the conduct of old high court judges who have raised the grade of integrity in the judiciary.

President Lungu said some people have a wrong perception of being a judge as they think it is glamorous.

He pointed out that there is more to being a judge than the glamour people associate to the office of the judge.