Bakare Criticizes Nigerian Judges for Corruption During Gani Fawehinmi Lecture

Pastor Bakare criticized Nigerian judges for corruption and ethical decay during the Gani Fawehinmi annual lecture. He highlighted the profound crisis facing the Nigerian judiciary, citing reports from the ICPC revealing billions offered in bribes to judges.

Bakare urged Nigerian lawyers and judges to emulate the late Fawehinmi's integrity to restore public trust in the justice system, warning that corruption and political influence undermine justice. The clergyman emphasized the importance of punctuality, diligence, courage, and a sense of responsibility in the legal profession.