The 10th National Assembly has reiterated commitment to stabilising the polity.
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio gave the assurance while speaking to the State House correspondents following the swearing-in of the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, by President Bola Tinubu at the presidential villa.
Akpabio praised the new CJN’s qualifications and character, describing her as qualified with a very high moral standard and incorruptible personality.
He highlighted her extensive experience, from her time as a Magistrate to her role as a judge in Lagos.
The Senate President expressed confidence that the country’s judicial system will thrive under her leadership,
While speaking on expectations from the National Assembly, Akpabio emphasised the need for collaboration between government branches to ensure political stability.
He also underscored the importance of consistency in court decisions across different levels of the judiciary, calling for reforms in areas such as prison decongestion, expediting justice, and addressing prolonged pre-trial detentions.
Senator Akpabio assured that the National Assembly will continue to support the judiciary in ensuring that Nigerians enjoy a reliable, fair and just judicial system.