The Office of the President in Seychelles has confirmed that President Dr Patrick Herminie received the resignation of chief justice Mr Rony Govinden.
The resignation was submitted in accordance with Article 131(1) (c) of the Seychellean constitution.
The Seychellean leader acknowledged Govinden’s service to the Jjudiciary and Seychelles and appreciated his contribution to the administration of justice.
In accordance with the constitutional provisions governing the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice, the Constitutional Appointments Authority (CAA) will submit to the President the names of eligible Puisne Judges for consideration.
The president will thereafter appoint an acting chief justice to ensure continuity in the administration of justice, pending the appointment of a substantive chief justice.
The president reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the independence of the judiciary, the rule of law and the constitutional principles governing the administration of justice in Seychelles.
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