CJN’s Warning to Judges As a Stitch in Time
The warning by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, that judges appointed to election tribunals would be closely scrutinised could not have come at a better time than
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, the Chief Justice of Nigeria, has issued a warning to judges appointed to election tribunals, stating that they will be closely monitored ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the 2026/2027 legal year of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Kekere-Ekun emphasized that those serving in such tribunals must demonstrate a high level of impartiality and restraint, as their decisions will be subject to intense scrutiny.
She warned that any associations, public engagements, or actions that could suggest political alignment must be avoided, as the judiciary is expected to maintain its neutrality, especially in politically sensitive disputes. The warning comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) intensifies efforts to ensure free, fair, and credible elections in 2027, with presidential and federal legislative elections scheduled for January and governorship and state legislative elections for February.
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