President Bola Tinubu says his administration will not
interfere in the functions of the judiciary to maintain its constitutional
independence.
The president said this during the swearing-in ceremony of
Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the substantive chief justice of Nigeria (CJN).
The event took place at the council chambers of the Aso Rock
villa on Monday following the confirmation of her nomination by the senate last
week.
Tinubu said the independence of the judiciary is sacrosanct
and crucial to sustaining the nation’s constitutional democracy.
“The judiciary is an
important pillar constituting the tripod that holds our constitutional
democracy. Indeed, the Nigerian judiciary, at various times in history, has
proven to be the moderating force ensuring everyone remains in check,” he said.
“Your role as the last hope of the common man serves to
sustain our people’s confidence in democracy, knowing well that there is an
important arbiter that can always give them redress if they are wronged.
“For this function, it is important that our judiciary
remains truly independent. It is my administration’s total commitment to
preserve the sanctity of the judiciary.
“While we may have
reasons to interface as complementing components of the same government, under
my watch, the government will also be mindful of the clear line demarcating the
two of us.
“We will never interfere or abuse the relationship between
us as separate organs of government in our democracy. This is important for
sustaining our constitutional democracy.”
Tinubu urged Kekere-Ekun to continue upholding the
principles of ethical leadership, fearlessness, and honesty “that have defined
her career”.
“The Nigerian judiciary needs a leader with these qualities
at this time, and I have no doubt that you will set the pace for others to
follow,” he said.
“This day has also
cemented the judiciary as a self-evolving and progressive institution. I
specifically congratulate the Nigerian women. Any girl child can dream big and
have her dreams come true. It is worth celebrating.”
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