Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun was sworn in as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria by President Bola Tinubu. The ceremony, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, follows her Senate confirmation. Prominent legal figures and Supreme Court justices attended, marking a new chapter for Nigeria's judiciary.
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun was officially sworn in as Nigeria's 23rd Chief Justice by President Bola Tinubu during a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. This event took place on Monday, following her confirmation by the Senate the previous week.
The swearing-in was witnessed by notable figures, including three former Chief Justices: Alooma Muktar, Mahmud Mohammed, and Walter Onnoghen. The ceremony also included family members and current justices of the Supreme Court. Justice Kekere-Ekun's appointment is viewed as a significant development for the Nigerian judiciary, as she steps into a vital role in leading the nation's legal system. Her leadership will be closely watched as she navigates the challenges facing the judiciary in Nigeria.