Only 10-15% of Nigeria's Judiciary is Uncorrupted

Sola Akinyede, a lawyer, stated that only 10 to 15 percent of Nigeria's judiciary remains untainted, lamenting the deepening corruption within the nation's judicial system. He made these remarks during an appearance on Arise Television's prime-time program on Monday.

Akinyede insisted that fundamental structural reforms are necessary, which would require amendments to the Nigerian Constitution. He referenced his experience as a member of the Senate Constitutional Review Committee, particularly concerning reforms to the composition of the Nigerian Judiciary Council (NJC).

Akinyede noted that the level of corruption in the judiciary has worsened significantly over the years, with only about 10 percent of judicial officers considered uncompromised, a situation he described as deteriorating since 2005. He expressed disbelief at the current state of the judiciary, comparing it unfavorably to conditions 30 years ago, and criticized the seriousness of past amendments that have led to the current situation.