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  1. Justice Kekere-Ekun Confirmed as Nigeria’s CJN, Vows to Fight Corruption

    Nigeria Justice Kekere-Ekun Confirmed as Nigeria’s CJN, Vows to Fight Corruption

    Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has been confirmed as Nigeria’s Chief Justice by the Senate. She pledged zero tolerance for corruption, emphasized quick dispensation of justice using technology, and assured the judiciary’s independence. Kekere-Ekun is the second woman to hold the Chief Justice...
  2. Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Faces Senate Confirmation Hearing for Chief Justice Position

    Nigeria Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Faces Senate Confirmation Hearing for Chief Justice Position

    Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, acting Chief Justice of Nigeria, is undergoing Senate confirmation screening today. President Bola Tinubu has nominated her for the position following the retirement of Olukayode Ariwoola. If confirmed, Kekere-Ekun will make history as the first woman to hold the office in...
  3. Justice Kekere-Ekun: Nigeria’s New CJN and the Landmark Cases That Define Her Career

    Nigeria Justice Kekere-Ekun: Nigeria’s New CJN and the Landmark Cases That Define Her Career

    Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun is set to be inaugurated as Nigeria's new Chief Justice. As the second female CJN, her distinguished career includes significant rulings and advancements in women's representation in law, highlighting her role in shaping the Nigerian judiciary and promoting public...
  4. NJC Proposes Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as Next Chief Justice of Nigeria

    Nigeria NJC Proposes Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as Next Chief Justice of Nigeria

    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...
  5. Chief Justice Ariwoola's Charge to Judges: Prioritize Public Trust Over Personal Gain

    Nigeria Chief Justice Ariwoola's Charge to Judges: Prioritize Public Trust Over Personal Gain

    Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola admonishes newly inaugurated judges to prioritize public trust over personal interests, emphasizing fair and impartial judgments amidst Nigeria's increasing litigation challenges. Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola delivered a compelling message to newly...
  6. Senate Passes Bill to Increase Judicial Pay: CJN to Earn N64 Million Annually

    Nigeria Senate Passes Bill to Increase Judicial Pay: CJN to Earn N64 Million Annually

    The Senate passed a bill to increase the salaries of Nigerian judicial officers. If approved, the Chief Justice of Nigeria would earn N64 million annually. President Tinubu advocated for the bill, emphasizing its importance in enhancing the judiciary's welfare and independence. The Nigerian...
  7. Nigerian Chief Justice Pleads for Judges' Salary Increase After 17-Year Freeze

    Nigeria Nigerian Chief Justice Pleads for Judges' Salary Increase After 17-Year Freeze

    Chief Justice warns of suffering if judges' salaries are not increased, citing 17 years without a raise despite currency devaluation. Calls for urgent salary reform to stabilize judiciary. The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Olukayode Ariwoola, has issued a stern warning that Nigerians will continue...
  8. Nigerians Divided Over Judiciary Salary Hike: Will Justice Be Compromised?

    Nigeria Nigerians Divided Over Judiciary Salary Hike: Will Justice Be Compromised?

    The House of Representatives has approved a bill aimed at bolstering the salaries and allowances of judicial office holders across Nigeria, following its transmission by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The bill, passed on Wednesday, seeks to significantly enhance the monthly remuneration of...
  9. Supreme Court to Broadcast Verdict on 2023 Presidential Election

    Nigeria Supreme Court to Broadcast Verdict on 2023 Presidential Election

    Chief Justice of Nigeria, Olukayode Ariwoola, has granted approval for the live broadcast of the Supreme Court Judgment concerning the 2023 Presidential Election Appeal. This decision, confirmed on Thursday, October 26, signifies a significant step towards transparency and public access to the...
  10. Nigeria News

    Politics Ex-CJN Tanko yet to get entitlements nine months after leaving office - Daily Trust

    https://dailypost.ng/2023/03/09/ex-cjn-tanko-yet-to-get-entitlements-nine-months-after-leaving-office/
  11. Nigeria News

    Metro BREAKING: Justice Tanko Muhammad Resigns As CJN - Channels TV

    https://www.channelstv.com/2022/06/27/breaking-justice-tanko-muhammed-resigns-as-cjn/
  12. Nigeria News

    Politics BREAKING: Supreme court dismisses Atiku’s petition against Buhari’s election - Daily Post

    The Supreme Court, Wednesday dismissed the petition filed by the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar challenging the declaration of President Muhammadu Buhari as winner of the February 23, presidential election for lack of merit. The Chief Justice of...
  13. Nigeria News

    Politics Termites ate my school certificate — CJN Tanko - Linda Ikejis Blog

    An affidavit which Tanko Muhammad, the new Chief Justice of Nigeria submitted to the Senate last week ahead of his confirmation as the head of the Supreme Court, revealed claims of termites destroying his primary school certificate. He alleged that his documents were destroyed beyond recovery...
  14. Nigeria Political News

    Politics BREAKING: Buhari swears in Tanko Muhammad as Chief Justice of Nigeria – Daily Post Nigeria

    President Muhammadu Buhari has sworn in Justice Mohammad Tanko as the substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN. Mohammad, who was sworn in on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, became the 18th CJN. Mohammed, who took over from the immediate past CJN, Walter Onnoghen, was earlier...
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    Video Nigeria News Today - Senate Confirms Tanko Mohammed As Substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria

    Today's News Highlights Include: https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/senate-confirms-tanko-mohammed-as-substantive-chief-justice-of-nigeria-%E2%80%93-linda-ikeji%E2%80%99s-blog.397374/...
  16. Nigeria Political News

    Politics Senate confirms Tanko Mohammed as substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria – Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    Read more via Linda Ikeji’s Blog – https://ift.tt/2YUtCSR Get More Nigeria Political News
  17. Nigeria Metro News

    Metro JUST IN: Appeal Court condemns ‘secret’ CCT sitting suspending Onnoghen, but refuses to rule on it – Premium Times Nigeria

    A three-member panel of the Court of Appeal on Friday declined ruling on the status of the order of the Code of Conduct Tribunal suspending the embattled Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. Mr Onnoghen was suspended on January 25, based on an order of the tribunal … Read more via...
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    Metro VIDEO: Laughter At Tribunal As Onnoghen Asks Photographer: ‘Hope You’re Not Taking My Pants - Sahara reporters

    Walter Onnoghen, the sacked Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), caused quite a stir at the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) on Thursday with a remark just before the commencement of the judgement that caught everyone’s attention. The tribunal found him guilty of false declaration of assets in breach...
  19. Nigeria News

    Metro BREAKING: Onnoghen Convicted, Banned From Holding Public Office For 10 Years - Channels Tv

    The Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) has convicted the suspended Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Walter Onnoghen and has banned him from holding any public office for 10 years Read more
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    Metro CCT delivers judgment in Onnoghen’s trial Thursday - PUNCH NEWSPAPER

    The Code of Conduct Tribunal on Monday fixed Thursday for its final judgment in the charges of false and non-declaration of assets instituted against Justice Walter Onnoghen, who reportedly resigned as the Chief Justice of Nigeria on April 4. The Danladi Umar-led three-man bench fixed the date...
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