Just In: President Tinubu Swears in Kudirat Kekere-Ekun As New Chief Justice of Nigeria

In a historic ceremony held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).

This milestone marks her as the second woman to hold the esteemed position.

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The inauguration ceremony solidifies Justice Kekere-Ekun’s appointment, underscoring her remarkable achievement and dedication to the Nigerian judiciary.

She succeeded Justice AJustice Olukayode Ariwoola, the 22nd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), who officially retired from service upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70.

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