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President Bola Tinubu swore in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria. As the Senate prepares to weigh in, this decisive move sets the tone for a new era of judicial excellence and integrity.
After a productive work visit to France, President Bola Tinubu arrived back in Abuja on Friday, ready to tackle pressing domestic issues. In a timely move, he oversaw the swearing-in of Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Acting Chief Justice, demonstrating his dedication to ensuring a seamless and efficient transfer of power.
The President, who arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in the early hours of Friday, left for France on Monday.
Tinubu cut short his trip to France to swear in the new Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun this morning at the Council Chambers in the state House.
Upon senate approval, Justice Kekere-Ekun will succeed Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who bowed out on Thursday after clocking the retirement age of 70 years.
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, who disclosed the development in a statement on Thursday, said the President also congratulated Ariwoola, whose stint in the judiciary he described as a “successful public service career,” commending him for his services to the nation.
“President Bola Tinubu congratulates Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, as he retires as Chief Justice of Nigeria after a successful public service career,” the statement read.
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“President Tinubu will swear in Justice Ariwoola’s successor at the State House Council Chambers on August 23, 2024.
“President Tinubu commends the eminent jurist for his services to the nation, noting his impactful leadership of the judiciary and his efforts in enriching Nigerian jurisprudence, as well as in strengthening the fibre of the law.”
Before assuming a seat on the Supreme Court in 2011, Justice Ariwoola accumulated a wealth of experience in the Court of Appeal, serving in key divisions across Nigeria, including Kaduna, Enugu, and Lagos. This extensive background in appellate law laid the foundation for his distinguished tenure on the nation’s highest bench.
Justice Ariwoola’s swearing-in as Chief Justice of Nigeria on September 21, 2022, by former President Muhammadu Buhari, marked the pinnacle of his illustrious career. With a diverse range of judicial experience under his belt, Ariwoola has consistently demonstrated his devotion to serving the nation and upholding the principles of justice.
