The Senate has screened and confirmed Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, as the new Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).
Recall that the Senate had on July 26th, 2022 received a letter from President Muhammadu Buhari that sought for the screening and subsequent confirmation of acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayade Ariwoola.
The letter had read thus, “Pursuant to Section 231(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), I forward for confirmation by the Senate, the appointment of Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola as the Chief Justice of Nigeria.
“While I hope that the submission will be considered in the usual expeditious manner, please accept, Distinguished Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration.”
Justice Ariwoola’s appointment as CJN by President Buhari was sequel to the resignation of former Chief Justice Muhammad Tanko on 27th June, 2022.
