Justice Kayode Oyewole Sworn in as Supreme Court Justice

On Wednesday, Justice Kayode Oyewole was sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria by Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun in Abuja. This elevation completes the Supreme Court bench, allowing for a full complement of justices.

Chief Justice Kekere-Ekun highlighted the significance of this milestone, stating it enhances the court's capacity to manage its docket efficiently and ensures robust panel sittings. She emphasized the importance of the judiciary in shaping the legal destiny of the nation and reaffirmed the Supreme Court's commitment to strengthening public confidence in the administration of justice.

During the ceremony, she charged Justice Oyewole to contribute meaningfully to the court's jurisprudence and to uphold the principles of law without fear or favor. Chief Justice Kekere-Ekun also stressed the need for moral courage in decision-making, particularly in challenging cases, and the importance of dissenting opinions as seeds for future legal doctrines.