Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun recently denied U.S. entry due to her controversial 2020 Supreme Court ruling, has been appointed Chief Justice of Nigeria. Her appointment has ignited public outrage, with many questioning the integrity of Nigeria’s judiciary under her leadership.
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has been appointed as the Chief Justice of Nigeria, succeeding Justice Kayode Ariwoola. The appointment follows her controversial role in a 2020 Supreme Court decision that controversially declared Hope Uzodimma the governor of Imo State, resulting in her being denied entry into the U.S. Her appointment has sparked significant public reaction, with many Nigerians expressing discontent and skepticism about the integrity of her judiciary.
Notably, former Cross-River Governor Donald Duke criticized the implications of the ruling that led to Kekere-Ekun's visa denial, highlighting the embarrassment it caused the nation. Social media reactions reflect a widespread sentiment of frustration and disillusionment, with comments suggesting that the government continues to reward corruption. Users pointed out the irony of her new role, with many believing that her controversial past foreshadows future misconduct within the judiciary. Some questioned the legitimacy of her decisions, linking them to a broader pattern of corruption in the Nigerian political landscape.
Despite the backlash, President Bola Tinubu is expected to easily confirm her position in the Senate. The appointment of Kekere-Ekun is viewed as indicative of ongoing issues within Nigeria’s judicial system, raising concerns about the prospects for justice and accountability in the country moving forward.
