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Wike’s wife elevated to Appeal Court bench, CJN’s daughter-in-law to FCT High Court
Amid protests from various civil society organizations and individuals, the National Judicial Council (NJC) recommended Justice Nyesom-Wike Eberechi Suzzette, wife of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, for elevation to the Court of Appeal. Additionally, Ariwoola Oluwakemi Victoria, daughter-in-law of the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, was nominated for appointment as a Judge of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory at a meeting presided over by her father-in-law.
Justice Ariwoola is set to retire from the judiciary in August this year. During the NJC meeting, two judges, Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court and Justice G. B. Brikins-Okolosi of Delta State High Court, were barred from elevation to the Appeal Court for two and three years respectively and received warning letters for misconduct. Justice Ekwo was penalized for abusing discretionary power by wrongly granting an ex-parte order, while Justice Brikins-Okolosi was cited for failing to deliver a judgment within the stipulated period.
Justice Amina Shehu of Yobe State High Court was also cautioned for improperly issuing a Writ of Possession conferring title on a defendant. The NJC reviewed 35 petitions against various judges, dismissing many for lack of merit, and set up eight committees to further investigate petitions deemed meritorious.
During the meeting, the NJC recommended 86 judicial officers for appointments across the Court of Appeal, High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Sharia Courts of Appeal, and Customary Courts of Appeal of various states. This includes 22 high court judges being moved to the Court of Appeal, 12 nominees for the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, and numerous other judicial appointments across Nigeria.
The NJC also received notifications of retirements, including that of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, and the deaths of three judges. All recommended candidates are expected to be sworn in following the approval of the NJC’s recommendations by the President and their respective state governors.
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday.
He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.
In a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the minister called on Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.
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Some unknown gunmen have killed at least three policemen in Achi, Oji River Local Government Area, Enugu State.
Ohibaba.com learnt that the incident occurred at a checkpoint close to Ozudaa Market, Auchi.
Details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.
However, a viral gory video seen on Facebook by Ohibaba.com shows lifeless bodies of the slain policemen.
More to follow….
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In a decisive move to end the protracted land dispute between the Isinigbo and Igoba communities in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has approved the constitution of an Arbitration Committee to mediate the conflict and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
The committee is chaired by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, OON, expert in conflict resolution and a Fellow of the prestigious Chartered Institute of Arbitratirs in the United Kingdom.
The Governor’s action aligns with a resolution of the Ondo State House of Assembly and underscores his administration’s commitment to peace, security, and communal harmony across the state.
The land dispute between Isinigbo and Igoba has lingered for years, leading to the loss of lives and the destruction of property worth millions of naira.
The unrest has also strained social relations and disrupted the peaceful coexistence of residents in the affected communities.
Governor Aiyedatiwa’s intervention is seen as a bold step toward restoring order and ensuring long-term stability.
The committee’s mandate includes identifying the root and immediate causes of the conflict, key actors involved, and facilitating peaceful dialogue between stakeholders.
Other members of the committee include Hon. Ololade Gbegudu, representing Okitipupa Constituency II in the State House of Assembly; Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Wilson Afolabi; Ondo State Surveyor-General, Surv. Idowu Owolabi; and Mr. F.O. Adaramola, Secretary of the Ondo State Boundary Commission, who will serve as secretary of the committee.
According to the appointment letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, the committee is also expected to recommend actionable solutions to the boundary issues and propose strategic policies to prevent similar conflicts in other parts of the state.
The committee has been given a three-month timeline to complete its assignment and submit its report to the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Olayide Owolabi Adelami, for further action.
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