2027 Polls: Don’t let politicians manipulate the law, CJN warns judges.
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By Ilechukwu Nnochiri, Abuja In anticipation of litigation that could arise from the 2027 general elections, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, on Monday warned judges across the country against allowing politicians to manipulate the legal system to gain undeserved advantage.
The CJN particularly urged heads of courts to remain vigilant against practices capable of undermining the integrity of judicial proceedings.
She identified such practices as including forum shopping, concealment of related proceedings and attempts to obtain conflicting orders from courts of coordinate jurisdiction. Speaking during the opening session of the 2026 roundtable for heads of courts, organised by the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in Abuja, the CJN said the issues called for particular attention as the nation heads towards another election season. While acknowledging that election-related disputes usually attract intense public interest and considerable pressure on the courts, the CJN said the judiciary must be prepared to discharge its constitutional responsibilities with impartiality, courage and fidelity to the law. “Political sensitivity, public sentiment or the urgency with which a matter is presented must never displace the careful application of the Constitution, the Electoral Act and the applicable rules of court.
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