President Bola Tinubu inaugurated Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as acting Chief Justice of Nigeria, urging her to uphold integrity and transparency. Kekere-Ekun, the second female CJN, was praised for her distinguished judicial career. Tinubu emphasized the importance of judicial reforms and pledged continued support for the judiciary's welfare and effectiveness.
President Bola Tinubu inaugurated Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), urging her to prioritize integrity and transparency within the judiciary. Kekere-Ekun, the second female CJN in Nigeria’s history, was praised by Tinubu for her distinguished career, rising from magistrate to Supreme Court Justice.
Emphasizing the critical role of the CJN, Tinubu highlighted the importance of judicial independence and the need for reforms to bolster public confidence in the legal system. He assured that his administration would continue to support the judiciary’s welfare and the administration of justice.
Kekere-Ekun now steps into the role, succeeding Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, and awaits confirmation by the Senate.
