NJC sets up probe panels against 4 judges, identifies 215 underperforming others

NJC sets up probe panels against 4 judges, identifies 215 underperforming others

The National Judicial Council (NJC) says it has set up panels to probe four judges for misconduct and identified 215 underperforming judges nationwide. The council also placed five judges “on its pre-sanction Watch List register for poor performance.” The watchlisted judges would “be recommended to the Council for appropriate sanction if they do not improve … Read more

NJC tips Kekere-Ekun as next CJN

NJC tips Kekere-Ekun as next CJN

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has tipped Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to take over as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) when Olukayode Ariwoola retires from the office in a week. Mr Ariwoola, who took office as the CJN two years ago, will retire on clocking the retirement age of 70 on 22 August. To avoid … Read more