Appointment
Ariwoola debunks insinuation that Supreme Court Justices wrote petition against former CJN
***Says Justices were embarrassed by leaked memo
***Confirms paucity of funds as raised by the justices still persists
The newly confirmed Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola has clarified the insinuation that there is crisis among Justices of the Supreme Court, as leaked memo to the immediate past CJN, Mohammed Tanko seemed to have suggested
Justice Ariwoola Who was confirmed as Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) by the senate on Wednesday made the clarification while responding to questions from Senators during his screening by the Senate
The Deputy President of the Senate , Ovie Omo -Agege, Chairman, Senate Committee on Judiciary, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and other senators, had in their remarks before asking questions, expressed concern over embarrassment the purported petitions written to Justice Mohammed Tanko by 15 other Justices of the Supreme Court in June this year, caused Nigerians .
But Justice Ariwoola in response to the lawmakers’s remarked saying the Supreme Court Justices didn’t write petition to or against Justice Mohammed Tanko as CJN then, but an internal memo on how to address challenges being faced by them as regards welfare and lack of conducive working environment .
“Justices of the Supreme Court didn’t write petition to or against Justice Mohammed Tanko as CJN few months back but sent a memo where issues relating to welfare of each of the Justices and lack of conducive working environment of Justices at the Supreme Court generally were raised.
“We the Justices were embarrassed when we read content of our memo in the papers .
“It was never intended to be for public consumption since the motive behind the memo was not to fight or bring down anybody .
“When the hand written memo was signed by all the Justices , we didn’t allow anybody to see it , making its leakage to the media to be like a miracle to us “, he said .
He however said most of the issues raised in the memo are still not attended to due to paucity of fund and poor funding of the Supreme Court in particular and Judiciary generally.
“Some of the Justices appointed in 2020 , have not gotten official accommodation , making them to be coming to office from Satellite towns within the FCT.
“Judiciary of Nigeria must be properly funded , we should not beg for our entitlements .
“More Justices need to be appointed as out of 21 needed in the Supreme Court, only 13 are left and for expeditious consideration of cases , some of the cases should be allowed to stop at the Court of Appeal through constitution amendment to that effect .
“The National Assembly should please help in this regard by carrying out required constitution amendments needed “, he added.
On the delay in Justice administration, Justice Ariwoola said as Justice delayed is seen as Justice denied, so is Justice rushed, Justice denied.
According to him, the wheel of Justice may be slow but as long as it is steady, Justice will always be served on those who deserved it .
He added that appointment of Judicial officers, is different from dancing ‘palango ‘ as it takes a lawyer to be at the bar for a minimum of ten years before securing appointment as Judge of State or Federal High Court and minimum of 15 years for such appointment at the Court of Appeal.
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America.
In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), on Wednesday, President Tinubu expressed his enthusiasm about strengthening Nigeria-U.S. relations amidst the complex global challenges and opportunities.
Trump, who claimed victory on Wednesday, pledged to “heal” the country as he was on the brink of defeating Kamala Harris in a remarkable White House comeback.
President Tinubu praised Trump’s victory, emphasizing that it reflects the trust and confidence the American people have placed in his leadership. He also commended the American people’s commitment to democracy.
Looking ahead, President Tinubu expressed confidence that Trump’s experience as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021 would foster beneficial and reciprocal economic and development partnerships between the U.S. and Africa. He expressed hope that this new era under President Trump would promote peace, economic cooperation, and address global challenges.
Acknowledging the significant influence of the United States in shaping global events, President Tinubu believes that Trump’s leadership will bring the world closer to peace and prosperity.
**Calls for a New Era of Leadership in Nigeria
The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 election, Peter Obi has congratulated Nigerian-born Kemi Badenoch on her recent election as leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party.
Obi described Badenoch’s rise as an inspiring example of the immense potential within Nigeria’s youth, which he says should serve as a model for leadership transformation in Nigeria.
In a statement shared on his X handle, Obi noted that Badenoch’s success underscores the impact of diverse leadership that values competence, inclusivity, and integrity.
“Her achievement is a testament to what can be accomplished when these values are prioritized,” Obi wrote, adding that it contrasts with Nigeria’s current landscape, where younger, qualified leaders are often sidelined for older figures.
Obi urged Nigerians to see Badenoch’s ascent as a call for change in Nigeria’s leadership structure.
“It’s time to set aside outdated practices like tribalism, religious bias, and the ‘my turn’ mindset,” he emphasized, advocating instead for a shift toward leaders who bring fresh perspectives and forward-thinking ideas.
Ending his message on an optimistic note, Obi expressed hope that Nigeria can embrace a new generation of leaders dedicated to positive change.
“Congratulations, Kemi Badenoch. A new Nigeria is indeed possible!” he concluded.
Ministerial nominee and former Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has emphasized that Nigeria’s potential is boundless if its citizens come together with a commitment to peace.
She stated, “I am here because I believe that if we are able to come together sincerely to commit to serving this nation, focusing on ensuring that we have peace, then the sky is the limit for this country.”
She spoke during her screening at the hallowed chamber of the Senate on Wednesday.
Drawing from her rich experience, Ojukwu highlighted the importance of diplomatic and cultural engagement as key to national growth.
According to her, During her tenure as ambassador, she represented Nigeria on various international platforms, notably building a bridge between Nigeria and Spain.
Explaining further she said her work earned her the prestigious title of Africa’s Most Outstanding Ambassador—a testament to her dedication and exemplary service abroad.
Ojukwu indicated that she also played a vital role on the home front, serving as Secretary of the Truth, Justice, and Peace Commission in Anambra State.
This commission was tasked with addressing the underlying issues of insecurity in southeastern Nigeria, demonstrating her deep commitment to fostering peace and justice at all levels.
Reflecting on Nigeria’s path forward, she noted that the combined efforts of cultural, governmental, and diplomatic organizations could drive transformative change. “There is hope for this country,” she added. “If we sincerely commit to unity and focus on peace, Nigeria’s potential is limitless.”
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