Nigeria's Supreme Court faces reforms to tackle electoral case backlog and boost credibility.

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has faced significant changes since its inception in 1954, shifting from British oversight to becoming Nigeria's highest court in 1963. Since 1999, it has been overwhelmed with electoral disputes, leading to a case backlog and credibility issues. In response, a reform bill was introduced in December 2024 to establish additional court divisions and address the backlog.

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