₦airaland Forum

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, on Monday, October 21, 2024, flagged off the design and construction of 40 housing units Judges Qarters at Kampe District of Abuja.


Chief Justice Kereke Ekun described the exercise as a significant milestone in the continuation of the efforts by the Federal Government and the FCT Administration to enhance the welfare of judicial officers in the Federal Capital Territory

She stressed that the provision of comfortable and befitting accommodation for judicial officers is a practical step towards ensuring that they are well supported, adding that it will also provide an environment for Judges to carry out their duties with independence, impartiality and integrity.

She said, “Beyond the courtroom, a supportive and conducive living environment is essential to their ability to focus on the heavy responsibilities entrusted to them. Judicial officers require peace of mind, security and comfort in their residences to fully dedicate themselves to the rigorous task of interpreting and applying the law”.

“It goes beyond addressing the basic needs for housing. It reflects the recognition that the mental and emotional wellbeing of judicial officers is directly tied to their living conditions.

“These homes will provide a secure and tranquil environment enabling judicial officers to perform their duties with greater focus efficiency and clary of mind”, the CJN further stressed.

Justice Kekere-Ekun who also acknowledged the focus of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, further commended FCT Administration for its initiative and forward-thinking in implementing the project, which she said reflects the importance placed on the welfare of judicial officers.

The CJN expressed confidence that the project will be executed and completed within the expected timeframe, adding that the timely completion of the residences will further enhance the capacity of judicial officers to serve with dedication and commitment to justice.

Speaking earlier, the FCT Minister, Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike emphasized the commitment of the Federal Government to safeguarding the rule of law and administration of justice by ensuring the independence of the judiciary.

The Minister highlighted some of the practical steps taken by the government to ensure the independence of the judiciary to include improvements in the condition of service for judicial officers, increment of allowances and salaries as well as the provision of befitting and comfortable accommodation.

He said, “Mr. President said it is not every time that we talk about the independence of the judiciary. We must show in practice; we must show in action that we are indeed not saying so but we are doing so, so that people can see that we are seriously doing that.

Penguin2:
Wike is using building of quarters to buy out the entire judiciary into his pocket.

And look at the idiot they made CJN singing the praises of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda more than the Minister of Information.

You would have to be the biggest fool of the century to expect impartiality and independence from a judiciary led by this cunt-wrinkled old hag.

Ndi ala!

helinues:
Nice one

CJ position, tuale oo

Hoelujohn:
Wike thrives only on awarding of contracts and execution.

helinues:
Yeah, fixed

Hoelujohn:
That's why he fell out with Fubara. He has pact with JB top shot to always get 10% percent

Blessedman98:
2027 bribes have already started, only the wise will understand

helinues:
Yeah, fixed

Hoelujohn:
That's why he fell out with Fubara. He has pact with JB top shot to always get 10% percent

CaptainFM1:
This is a perfect plan against Fubarra. Infact it's total knockout.

Imagine the judges that will decide their case getting quarters in Abuja from Wiike.

ManOfSon:
I recall that Babangida fled to Abuja in 1991 or so. Where have judges been living all this while? Even in this era of senseless economic hardship, these loafers still find ways to fritter away the little they have left.

Penguin2:
Wike is using building of quarters to buy out the entire judiciary into his pocket.

And look at the idiot they made CJN singing the praises of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda more than the Minister of Information.

You would have to be the biggest fool of the century to expect impartiality and independence from a judiciary led by this cunt-wrinkled old hag.

Ndi ala!

badoh:
You really lack home training. Imagine you calling a CJN idiot for Christ sake? This is somebody's mother and can you imagine the trash you spilled out. Is the CJN responsible for your woes if you have any? You people need to use sense when commenting on nairaland pls.