Tinubu swears in Kekere-Ekun as substantive CJN | The Round Table President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the substantive chief justice of Nigeria (CJN).
The swearing-in ceremony took place at the council chambers of the Aso Rock villa on Monday consequent the confirmation of her nomination by the senate terminal week.
President Bola Ahmed presides over the Swearing In of the newly appointed and confirmed Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun at the State House Council Chambers. https://pic.twitter.com/lQoMid728n
Kekere-Ekun, Nigeria’s 23rd CJN and second female in the country’s history, has been in the office in acting capacity subsequent the retirement of Olukayode Ariwoola in August.
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During her confirmation hearing on the floor of the senate, the CJN fielded questions on the reforms she hopes to implement in the judiciary.
“I will ensure that the courts are digitised. It will make it easier in tracking cases and judges could be called to ordain if they are not treating their cases expeditiously,” Kekere-Ekun had informed the senators.
“Especially in criminal matters where you have delays, we will use virtual hearing. It is something I will encourage so that criminal matters will be disposed expeditiously.
“We are exploring ways to ensure that prison decongestion is frequently carried out.
“Virtual hearings will aid fast track cases, the failure to construct defendants is usually the delay in criminal cases.”
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Published 9/30/2024