Kano Judicial Service Commission sanctions magistrates and registrars over misconduct, including attempted fund diversion from frozen accounts. Nigerians react online to the judicial scandal, highlighting concerns over integrity in the legal system.
In a significant development, Kano's Judicial Service Commission has taken disciplinary actions against three magistrates and a registrar of the Kano High Court for serious misconduct. The commission's spokesman, Baba Jibo-Ibrahim, announced on Monday that Chief Magistrate Talatu Makama was recalled from her duties after ordering funds from a petitioner's frozen bank account to be transferred to her account.
Senior Magistrate Rabi Abdulkadir faced a one-year suspension for judicial recklessness, while Senior Registrar Abdu Nasir received a warning and a promotion deferment for diverting court fees to his account. Chief Magistrate Tijjani Saleh-Minjibir was also suspended for one year due to unsatisfactory responses to queries about his conduct. The commission emphasized its commitment to upholding judicial integrity and accountability.
Nigerians have expressed outrage and cynicism on social media, with comments reflecting a mix of disbelief and resignation towards judicial impropriety in the country.
