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NJC Recommends Kekere-Ekun as Next CJN, 27 Others for State Court Judges
If approved, Justice Kekere-Ekun will become Nigeria’s second female Chief Justice, following in the footsteps of Justice Mariam Mukhtar, who served as CJN from July 2012 to November 2014.
Abuja, Nigeria – The National Judicial Council (NJC) has … Continue Reading
Justice Eberechi Nyesom Wike Elevated to Court of Appeal
Justice Eberechi Nyesom Wike of the Rivers State Family Court has been appointed to the prestigious Court of Appeal of Nigeria, along with 21 other judges, following a rigorous selection process that vetted 89 nominees.
The confirmation of Justice … Continue Reading
Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Set to Earn Record-Breaking Monthly Package of N5.39 Million
The House of Representatives has recently passed a bill aimed at revising the salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits for judicial office holders across the country. The proposed legislation, which received overwhelming support in the Green Chamber, promises a substantial … Continue Reading
CJN Suspension: Nigerian Wailers Calls On NBA, National Assembly To Activate Severe Actions Against Buhari.
The Nigerian Wailers has called on the Nigerian Bar Association, National Assembly and other pro democracy groups to activate actions that will stop President Buhari from furthering his quest to impose totalitarian regime on Nigerians.
In a short statement posted … Continue Reading
Buhari Suspends Chief Justice Onnoghen, Swears in Mohammed
President Muhammadu Buhari has suspended the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, pending the completion of his trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal.
President Buhari announced the suspension at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja … Continue Reading