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Chief Justice of Nigeria
Coverage of Chief Justice of Nigeria in the Nexus archive.
- CJN bars lawyers from using ‘Barrister’ as title
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) has prohibited lawyers from using 'Barrister' as a title, deeming the practice inappropriate and unprofessional. The directive was published by Premium Times Nigeria.
- In Imo State, Governor Uzodinma seeks a chief judge he can own, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
Governor Uzodinma of Imo State seeks to appoint a Chief Judge who aligns with his preferences, despite the current Acting Chief Judge having no adverse disciplinary record with the National Judicial Council. The Chief Justice of Nigeria is urged to establish conventions to prevent the governor from influencing the judicial appointment process.