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August 15, 2024 NJC Nominates Justice Kekere-Ekun for Chief Justice of Nigeria
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NJC Nominates Justice Kekere-Ekun for Chief Justice of Nigeria

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended Justice Kudirat Motonmori Kekere-Ekun to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointment as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).

NJC spokesperson, Soji Oye, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, stating that the decision was made during the Council’s 106th meeting, which was presided over by the current CJN, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. The meeting took place on August 14 and 15 in Abuja, just a week before Justice Ariwoola’s retirement as CJN.

"This recommendation is essential as Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, will officially retire from his position as the Chief Justice of Nigeria next Thursday, August 22, 2024," the statement read.

Justice Olukayode Ariwoola was appointed as the CJN on September 21, 2022, by former President Muhammadu Buhari. He is set to retire on August 22, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70.

Currently, the Supreme Court has a full bench of 21 Justices, and according to the longstanding tradition of the apex court, the next most senior Justice is typically appointed as CJN. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, being the most senior Justice on the bench, is the most likely candidate to succeed.

The NJC also recommended "twenty-seven (27) candidates for appointment as Judges of State Courts and one candidate for appointment as Kadi of the Sharia Court of the FCT, Abuja," to their respective State Governors and the President.

The full statement from the NJC is as follows:

The National Judicial Council, at its 106th Meeting presided over by the Hon. Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, held on August 14 & 15, 2024, recommended Hon. Justice Kudirat Motonmori Kekere-Ekun, CFR, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for appointment as the Chief Justice of Nigeria.

This recommendation is crucial as Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, will officially retire from his position as the Chief Justice of Nigeria next Thursday, August 22, 2024.

The Council also recommended twenty-seven (27) candidates for appointment as Judges of State Courts and one candidate for appointment as Kadi of the Sharia Court of the FCT, Abuja, to their respective State Governors and the President.

 

CHIEF JUSTICE OF NIGERIA

Hon. Justice Kudirat Motonmori Kekere-Ekun, CFR

 

SIX JUDGES, HIGH COURT OF KWARA STATE

Olawoyin, Ibijoke Olabisi

Abdulrazaq, Fatimah Funsho

Folorunsho, Oba Muritala

Dikko, Yusuf Adebayo

Adeniyi, Oluwatosin Adenike

Osuolale-Ajayi, Temitope Olalekan

 

ONE JUDGE, HIGH COURT OF KADUNA STATE

Zubairu, Murtala Ja’afaru

FOUR JUDGES, HIGH COURT OF BENUE STATE

 

Kor, Vincent Tersoo

Ikwulono, Maigida Maimuna

Adagba, Nguhemen Julie

Tor, Damian Tersugh

TWO JUDGES, CUSTOMARY COURT OF APPEAL, BENUE STATE

 

Onche, Ogah Inalegwu

Igba, Theophilus Terhile

EIGHT JUDGES, HIGH COURT OF RIVERS STATE

Onyiri, Frank

Ugoji, Victor Chinedum

Obomanu, Godswill Vidal

Oguguo, Rita Chituru

Fubara, Alatuwo Elkanah

Kokpan, Bariyima Sylvester

Obu, Ibietela Innocent Madighi

Wifa-Adedipe, Lesi

SIX JUDGES, HIGH COURT OF ONDO STATE

Daomi, Williams Adebisi

Fabuluje, Adewumi William

Ogunwumiju, Mobayonle Idowu

Demehin-Ogunbayo, Inumidun Happiness

Kpemi, Ojufisintei Justinah

Adegoroye, Olufunke Adeola

ONE KADI, SHARIA COURT OF APPEAL, FCT ABUJA

Muhammad, Lawal Munir

All recommended candidates are expected to be sworn in after the approval of the NJC recommendations to the President and their respective State Governors.

Soji Oye, Esq.

Director, Information

 

 

August 15, 2024 Nigeria’s Inflation Drops for the First Time Since 2022
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Nigeria’s Inflation Drops for the First Time Since 2022

Nigeria's inflation rate dropped to 33.40 percent in July 2024, down from 34.19 percent in June, marking the first decline since December 2022 when it was at 21.34 percent. The National Bureau of Statistics revealed this in its latest Consumer Price Index and Inflation report released on Thursday.

The 0.79 percent decrease aligns with financial analysts' predictions that inflation would begin to cool off between July and August. In June, the CEO of Financial Derivatives projected that the rate of price increases would start to slow during this period.

Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso had previously assured that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) would take all necessary steps to curb inflation. As part of these efforts, the CBN has continued to raise interest rates, with the most recent hike in July bringing the rate to 26.75 percent, up from 26.25 percent in May.

The Nigerian government has also introduced fiscal measures, such as zero import duties on selected staple foods, to combat inflation. The Defence Headquarters also recently announced that it had deployed troops to farms in the North East and North Central regions to ensure a smooth farming season.

August 15, 2024 Federal Government Initiates Duty-Free Importation of Food Items
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Federal Government Initiates Duty-Free Importation of Food Items

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has been instructed to begin implementing a zero percent import duty and exemption from Value-Added Tax (VAT) on basic food items, following the approval from President Bola Tinubu. The Ministry of Finance confirmed this directive in a letter sent to the NCS on August 8, 2024, and the NCS officially acknowledged the directive in a document shared on Wednesday.

In response, the Comptroller-General of the NCS, Bashir Adeniyi, ordered officials to start enforcing these measures. The circular, titled “Approval for the implementation of zero percent duty rate on basic food items,” outlined that the policy, effective from July 15 to December 31, 2024, applies to specific food commodities including maize, husked brown rice, wheat, grain beans, and millet.

The Deputy Comptroller-General, C.K. Niagwan, clarified that the policy is limited to the listed items and is intended for importers with milling capacity and a verifiable Backward Integration Programme (BIP). The Ministry of Finance will periodically provide the NCS with a list of approved importers and quotas to guide the importation process during the policy's duration.

RELATED: Food Prices Set to Drop as FG Suspends Taxes on Imported Food Items

This move follows the Federal Government's announcement on July 10 to suspend duties, tariffs, and taxes on food imports via land and sea borders, aiming to curb inflation. On August 7, the NCS confirmed that the duty waiver would be implemented within the week.

Finance Minister Wale Edun emphasized that this measure is intended to address the high cost of food items in Nigeria, with the duty rate on certain staples reduced to zero. Importers eligible for the waiver must demonstrate milling capacity and a commitment to sourcing raw materials locally through BIP.

Despite these efforts, the Comptroller-General of Customs noted that the government stands to lose approximately N188 billion in revenue due to the duty suspension on food imports. To ensure effective implementation, special corridors will be established for clearing food imports.

August 14, 2024 Thugs Stole Documents Related to Ganduje’s Corruption Trial, Says Kano Government
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Thugs Stole Documents Related to Ganduje’s Corruption Trial, Says Kano Government

Following violent nationwide protests in Kano State, the state government has confirmed that thugs attacked and severely damaged the Kano State High Court, stealing key documents related to corruption charges against former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, confirmed the incident during a visit to the court to assess the damage. He was joined by Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice Haruna Isah Dederi, Chief Registrar of the High Court Abdullahi Ado Bayero, and other judiciary officials.

In a statement by the governor's spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf described the attack as a "stage-managed mission" intended to derail the ongoing corruption cases against Ganduje, now the National Chairman of the All-Progressives Congress (APC).

The vandals reportedly caused extensive damage, including to the office of the state Chief Judge, with losses estimated at over one billion naira. The attackers stole office equipment, destroyed office spaces, and set fire to vehicles and other materials vital to the justice system.

Governor Yusuf urged Kano's youth to avoid being used for violence and instead focus on acquiring skills for a better future. He assured the public that the judiciary, as the last hope for the common man, would be protected and ordered immediate repairs to the court building along with enhanced security measures.

Expressing sympathy to Chief Judge Dije Abdu Aboki and the judiciary, the governor encouraged them to remain steadfast in their pursuit of justice. He also thanked the people of Kano for their support of the administration, praying for continued peace, stability, and prosperity in the state.

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