The Chief Justice, His Honor Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay was lengthily commended by traditional leaders, elders, and some county officials of Nimba County.
The ceremony was the groundbreaking for the proposed Tappita, Gbi, and Doru Magisterial Courts.
It was held on Friday, May 22, 2026, during which time, some traditional leaders in the county, specifically from Lower Nimba, attended the well-parked occasion for a Magisterial court.
The event was characterized by the presence of elders, who sang and danced their dialect songs.
They also praised the Chief Justice for the groundbreaking ceremony that would eventually allow residents have access to justice.
Gbeisay meanwhile, promised to work with the county authorities to ensure Nimba receives the necessary support to access justice.
He told the gathering that access to justice is one of his major priorities to ensure all counties have good justice system.
Chief Justice Gbeisay added: “This will enhance the capacity for people who traveled a very long distances to access justice.”
He reminded Nimbaians of the many good sons the county has produced, while lifting the history of some who have spoiled the society, including Prophet Key.
“In our society, nobody abuses women; if you do this in a town, the men discipline you; equally so, if you do it as a woman, you get disciplined by the women.”
Gbeisay told residents that he has set an example on Prophet Key, and will “remain there until his time is over.”
It can be recalled that the Supreme Court sentenced Justin Oldpa Yeazehn, commonly known as “Prophet Key,” to six months for contempt of court.
The court found that his social media statements, which included insults directed at Gbeisay and his mother, “constituted contempt.”
The court emphasized that while freedom of speech is constitutionally guaranteed, it is not absolute and cannot include vulgar abuse or defamation of the judiciary. The sentence also includes a behavior bond requiring him to refrain from make derogatory remarks against any woman.