Nigerian advocacy group urges president to halt gifts to judges, citing risk to judicial independence.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) is urging Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to stop ministers and governors from giving gifts like cars and houses to judges, as these actions may undermine the judiciary's independence. SERAP argues this practice violates the separation of powers and asks the President to ensure the Attorney General challenges these practices in court. The group also calls for improved funding and working conditions for judges to uphold their autonomy.

November 10, 2024
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