FJSC, not NJC, handled criteria process for FHC judgeships
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has clarified that it has not taken final action on the 62 legal practitioners in the country who applied for appointment as judges of the…
NJC clarifies position on FHC applicants, says final decision ongoing
*Unresolved sleaze allegations weakening rule of law’ The National Judicial Council (NJC) has clarified that it has not taken final action on the 62 legal practitioners in the country who…
Judges: NJC clarifies 34 applicants disqualification
The National Judicial Council has disowned a viral report alleging that 34 lawyers failed an “integrity test” and were consequently dropped from consideration for appointment as judges of the Federal…
NJC address alleged disqualification of 34 lawyers as judges
The National Judicial Council, NJC, has clarified that it has not taken any action on the 62 legal practitioners who applied for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court…
Judiciary: Spotlight on cases that defined 2025
By Henry Ojelu Judiciary at crossroads In a year marked by heightened public scrutiny, political tensions, constitutional contestations and renewed focus on justice delivery, the Nigerian judiciary found itself at…
Why the CJN must end abuse of power in judicial appointments
By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu A Judge who takes advantage of the judicial office for personal gain or for gain by his or her relative or relation abuses power…. such abuse…
Judges’ appointment: NJC shortlists 28 as 34 fail integrity test
The National Judicial Council has disclosed that 34 applicants, including a Chief Superintendent of Police, failed the judges’ appointment integrity test conducted by the Federal Judicial Service Commission. The council…
NJC: CSP, 33 others fail Judges’ integrity test
The National Judicial Council has disclosed that 34 nominees, including a Chief Superintendent of Police, failed the judges’ appointment integrity test conducted by the Federal Judicial Service Commission. The Council…
Kekere-Ekun, S’Court mourn ex-CJN Tanko Muhammad
The Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chairman of the National Judicial Council, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice…