11 new justices sworn into Nigeria's Supreme Court, totaling 21; lawyers and groups call for unbundling of CJN's role amid concerns over accountability and transparency.
11 new justices were sworn into Nigeria's Supreme Court, bringing the total number to the required 21, addressing workload issues. However, lawyers and civil society groups are calling for the unbundling of the Chief Justice of Nigeria's (CJN) role, stating it is currently "overbearing and ubiquitous" and can negatively impact the judiciary. This follows growing concerns over accountability, lack of transparency, and corruption within the judicial process, which contribute to declining public trust in the legal system.
March 04, 2024
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