NJI Denies Judges Singing in Support of Tinubu, Emphasizes Neutrality
The National Judicial Institute (NJI) has debunked viral reports alleging that judges sang in support of President Bola Tinubu at a conference in 2025. The NJI clarified that the song rendered was part of the national anthem and not a political tune.
The institute emphasized the judiciary's commitment to neutrality and upholding the rule of law without bias. The incident sparked concerns about political partisanship among judiciary members, which the NJI addressed by reaffirming the profession's ethical standards.
The judiciary remains resolute in its non-partisan stance, as stated in their official response.
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