CJN Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Swears In Judges for 2027 Elections

On November 9, 2026, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, the Chief Justice of Nigeria, swore in judges responsible for adjudicating petitions from the upcoming 2027 general elections. The ceremony took place at the Body of Benchers Auditorium in Abuja and coincided with the launch of the second edition of the Judicial Electoral Manual and a specialized capacity-building workshop.

Justice Kekere-Ekun urged the judges to perform their duties without succumbing to pressure or intimidation, stressing the need to uphold their oaths of office and administer justice impartially. She highlighted the statutory and constitutional timelines governing election petitions, which necessitate prompt trials and effective case management.

The Chief Justice also called on legal practitioners, political parties, media organizations, and the public to avoid unethical practices that could undermine judicial integrity. She reiterated the collective responsibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission, security agencies, and the legal profession in safeguarding democracy, with elections scheduled for January 16, 2027, and February 6, 2027.