President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked the Senate to confirm Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).…..For More READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶...CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING.>>
The president’s request was contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary, on Tuesday.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Kekere-Ekun has been in an acting capacity since August when Justice Olukayode Ariwoola retired as CJN.
Tinubu said his request was under section 231(1) of the 1999 Constitution as amended which gives the president powers to appoint the CJN on the recommendation of the National Judicial Commission (NJC).
The letter reads in part, “I have the honour to forward the nomination of Honourable Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun CON for confirmation as CJN.
“While it is my hope that this request will receive the expeditious consideration and confirmation of the senate, please, accept distinguished senate president the assurances of my highest consideration and personal regards.”…..For More READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
