President Bola Tinubu has formally asked the Senate to confirm Honourable Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).
The president’s request, made pursuant to section 231(1) of the constitution, was conveyed in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s session of the upper legislative chamber.
Kekere-Ekun has been serving as acting CJN since August, following the retirement of Olukayode Ariwoola. President Tinubu had sworn her into office in an acting capacity, but her formal appointment now requires Senate confirmation.
In his letter, President Tinubu noted: “Pursuant to 231(1) of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria of 1999 as amended, which gives the president powers to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) on the recommendation of the National Judicial Commission (NJC) and subject to confirmation of the Nigerian Senate, I have the honour to forward the nomination of Honourable Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun CON for confirmation as CJN.”
The president expressed hope for the Senate’s expeditious consideration, as he said, “Please, accept distinguished Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration and personal regards.”
Senate President Akpabio subsequently referred the request to the committee of the whole, with deliberations on the matter scheduled to take place on Wednesday.
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