Tinubu Inaugurates Abuja Court of Appeal, Urges Justice Reform

On Monday, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal, urging judges to ensure justice is swift, fair, and impartial. He highlighted the importance of addressing the backlog of cases that frustrate citizens and undermine democracy.

The new court complex, located in Dakibiyu, is part of Tinubu's administration's commitment to judicial reform and is expected to enhance the efficiency of the justice system. Tinubu instructed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, to ensure the project is completed by July 2024, with a promise of no excuses or delays.

The complex will feature two large and eight smaller courtrooms, aimed at expediting case resolutions. Monica Dongban-Mensem, President of the Court of Appeal, acknowledged the current pressures on the judiciary and expressed confidence that the new infrastructure would significantly improve the speed of justice delivery.

Tinubu reiterated the need for a robust judicial system to uphold the rule of law and strengthen democracy in Nigeria.