Nigerian president urges judges to remain independent, highlights anti-graft successes and digital crime adaptation.

President Bola Tinubu, via Vice President Kashim Shettima, urged Nigerian judges to uphold integrity and independence, stressing that no one is above the law, including judicial officers. He highlighted the EFCC’s 7,000+ convictions and ₦500 billion in recovered assets over two years, with funds reinvested in social programs. Tinubu denied political interference in anti-graft efforts and called for judges to adapt to digital financial crimes like cryptocurrency. The Chief Justice, EFCC Chairman, and Senate leaders echoed support for judicial independence and stronger anti-corruption collaboration.