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What President Tinubu Said During Justice Kekere-Ekun’s Swearing-In As Acting CJN
What President Tinubu Said During Justice Kekere-Ekun’s Swearing-In As Acting CJN....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
On Friday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administered the oath of office to Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), pending her confirmation by the Senate. This makes her the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria and the second woman to hold this prestigious position. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the State House in Abuja…….CONTINUE READING
According to a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Tinubu, the president emphasized the need for Justice Kekere-Ekun to uphold the independence of the judiciary and advance the cause of justice. Tinubu highlighted the significant responsibilities that come with the position, noting that it demands integrity, discipline, and transparency.
He stressed that as the head of all judicial institutions in the country, the Chief Justice must display the highest level of integrity, especially given the finality of the Supreme Court’s decisions. Tinubu urged Justice Kekere-Ekun to remain faithful to the Constitution in her role and to defend the judiciary’s independence while promoting justice. He also encouraged her to strengthen mechanisms that support integrity and discipline within the judicial system, and to pursue reforms that build public confidence in the judiciary.
President Tinubu also praised Justice Kekere-Ekun’s contributions to the judiciary, noting that she brings to the role a distinguished family and professional background. He acknowledged her long-standing reputation for being a respectable and incorruptible figure within the legal community, committed to upholding justice.
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