Eleven Justices To Take Oath At Supreme Court Ceremony

Eleven Justices To Take Oath At Supreme Court Ceremony

In a significant moment for the judiciary, eleven new Supreme Court Justices are poised to be sworn in on Monday, February 26, 2024, by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola…..READ ALSO Court Rejects Davido’s Bid To Halt Proceedings In Amaju Pinnick Lawsuit

Confirmed by the Senate on December 21, 2023, the new Justices represent a pivotal addition to the apex court’s bench, marking a milestone in the nation’s legal landscape.

According to Festus Akande, spokesman for the Supreme Court, the swearing-in ceremony will commence at 10 am in the court’s main chamber, signifying a momentous occasion for the Nigerian legal system.

Among the distinguished Justices set for the oath-taking are Jummai Hannatu Sankey, Chidiebere Nwaoma Uwa, Chioma Egondu Nwosu-Iheme, Haruna Simon Tsammani, and Moore Aseimo A. Adumein. Completing the cohort are Justices Obande Festus Ogbuinya, Stephen Jonah Adah, Habeeb Adewale O. Abiru, Jamilu Yammama Tukur, Abubakar Sadiq Umar, and Mohammed Baba Idris.

The appointment of these new Justices underscores the judiciary’s commitment to upholding justice and the rule of law, reinforcing its pivotal role in safeguarding democracy and ensuring fairness for all.