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President Tinubu Calls for Judicial Reforms to Support Economic Growth and Well-being of Nigerians

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From Garba Ibn Hamza





Abuja - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the nation's Judiciary to prioritize reforms that will ensure a functional justice system supporting a rapidly growing economy, guaranteeing the basic human and political rights of individuals, and providing security and justice to all Nigerians.

The President made this call on Wednesday during the opening ceremony of the 2024 National Summit on Justice held at the National Judicial Institute, Abuja.

 Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu emphasized the need for collaboration among the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary to address challenges facing Nigeria and proffer solutions.

President Tinubu aligned the Judiciary's activities with his administration's Renewed Hope Agenda, highlighting priorities such as inclusivity, fairness, rule of law, and anti-corruption efforts. 

He reaffirmed his administration's commitment to impartiality, adherence to constitutional principles, and the implementation of policies aimed at creating opportunities for Nigerians.

In his address, Vice President Shettima outlined the government's efforts to reposition the Judiciary, including increased funding, recruitment of additional Supreme Court Justices, and a substantial increase in judges' salaries and emoluments. Despite progress, President Tinubu stressed the urgent need for a justice system capable of supporting economic growth and meeting the needs of Nigerians.

Senate President, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, and Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Okukayode Ariwoola, echoed the call for holistic reforms in the justice sector. They emphasized the importance of constitutional, statutory, and operational reforms to meet public expectations and improve the welfare of judicial officers.

Other dignitaries present at the event included the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Fagbemi; President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mr. Yakubu Maikyau; and former Chief Justice of Kenya, Dr. Willy Mutunga.

The summit, which brought together stakeholders from the justice sector, aimed to build a consensus on advancing the justice system and promoting economic transformation in Nigeria.

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