Tinubu took oath at Kekere-Ekun as the 23rd CJN of Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu on Monday installed Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the country’s judicial history.

The ceremony held in Abuja follows Kekere-Ekun’s inauguration by the Senate on September 25.

The new CJN took the oath of office and signed the oath register in the Council Room of State House in Abuja surrounded by dignitaries, including his three predecessors – Justice Aloma Mukhtar, Nigeria’s first female Chief Justice, Justice Mahmud Mohammed, and Justice Walter Onnoghen.

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His predecessor, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who retired on August 22 after reaching the age of 70, was also present.

“This is a significant event for our country’s justice system,” President Tinubu said at the ceremony.

“Judge Kekere-Ekun’s wealth of experience and exceptional leadership qualities make him an outstanding choice for this position.”

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