4 panels formed by Nigeria's NJC to investigate 27 high court judges for alleged misconduct.

Nigeria's National Judicial Council (NJC) formed four panels to investigate 27 high court judges for alleged misconduct following the review of 22 petitions against them. Justice O.M. Olagunju received a letter of advice for uncouth language towards the Chief Justice of Nigeria. The remaining 18 petitions were dismissed. Meanwhile, five judges were placed on a pre-sanction watch list for poor performance and may face sanctions.

August 16, 2024
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