The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun for the role of Chief Justice of Nigeria. This decision, made during an accelerated meeting, follows the impending retirement of the current CJN, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, on August 22. The NJC also recommended 27 new state high court judges.
In a recent development, the National Judicial Council (NJC) has put forth the name of Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun for the position of Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The decision was reached during an unexpected closed-door meeting in Abuja, initially scheduled for Friday but moved to Thursday.
The NJC also made recommendations for 27 individuals to serve as judges in various state high courts during the ongoing meeting. This recommendation comes as the current CJN, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, prepares to retire on August 22 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70.
The nomination of Justice Kekere-Ekun marks a significant step in Nigeria's judicial leadership transition. Further details are anticipated as the meeting continues.
