In a recent development, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola has stepped down as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), as reported….For More READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!He is replaced by Justice Kudirat Motonmori Kekere-Ekun as the new Acting CJN.
However, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) expressed concerns about her appointment.
HURIWA pointed out that Justice Kekere-Ekun’s career has been controversial.
They mentioned her role in the 2019 Imo State gubernatorial case.
In this case, a candidate who finished fourth in the election was declared the winner.
HURIWA described this judgment as one of the most controversial in Nigeria’s history.
The association believes that this decision marked a turning point in the judiciary’s decline.
Additionally, HURIWA raised concerns about Justice Kekere-Ekun’s integrity.
They mentioned unresolved allegations about her failure to declare her assets as required by law.
The group criticized the Code of Conduct Bureau for not investigating these allegations.
They argued that this situation raises questions about transparency and accountability in the judiciary.
HURIWA also expressed concerns about the political influence behind Justice Kekere-Ekun’s elevation to the position of CJN…..For More READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
They claimed that she has significant political backing, especially from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Justice Kekere-Ekun is from Lagos, and President Tinubu is known for favoring individuals from Lagos.
“As she is widely remembered for delivering the judgment in the 2019 Imo State gubernatorial case, where a candidate who came fourth in the election was declared the winner.”
“Despite these serious accusations, the Code of Conduct Bureau has not pursued an investigation, leaving many to question the transparency and accountability within the judiciary.”
“Moreover, the circumstances surrounding Justice Kekere-Ekun’s elevation to CJN suggest that she enjoys significant political backing, particularly from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has a well-documented affinity for individuals from Lagos, where Justice Kekere-Ekun hails from,” the statement signed by Emmanuel Onwubiko, HURIWA national coordinator, said…..For More READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
