Kaduna Hosts 32nd Judiciary Sports Competition for Unity

The 32nd Annual Judiciary Sports Competition, organized by the National Sports Association for Judiciary (NASAJ), commenced in Kaduna, aimed at promoting physical fitness, unity, and professional relationships among judicial officers and staff. At the opening ceremony, Kaduna state governor, Senator Uba Sani, represented by Sir James Kanyip, the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, stated that the well-being of judicial personnel is crucial for an effective justice system.

He noted that the competition allows participants to enhance their fitness and engage in healthy recreation. Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, represented by Justice Muhammad Tukur Aliyu, emphasized the importance of sports for the mental and physical well-being of judicial staff.

Comrade Noah Sunday, President of NASAJ, expressed gratitude to the governor and the Chief Justice for their support and encouraged participants to compete with integrity. The National Judicial Council (NJC) won the march-past, followed by the Court of Appeal and the Body of Benchers.