Nigerian judiciary gains global recognition as judges join international association

According to the statement, the admission of Nigeria into the world body demonstrates global recognition and confidence in the Nigerian judiciary.

Responding to the development, Justice Kekere-Ekun said it was truly a moment of pride and privilege for Nigeria to join the global community of judges, dedicated to the rule of law, judicial independence and the protection of human rights.

“Nigeria embraces this membership with humility, commitment, and a deep sense of responsibility.

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“We recognise the values that this association upholds, and we are determined to contribute actively to its mission.

“We are committed to further strengthening the independence of our judiciary, upholding the rule of law, and ensuring the continued protection and promotion of human rights in our country,” she said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that IAJ was founded in Salzburg (Austria) in 1953.

It is a professional, non-political, international organisation, bringing together national associations of judges, not individual judges, approved by the Central Council for admission to the association.

The main aim of the association is to safeguard the independence of the judiciary, which is an essential requirement of the judicial function, guaranteeing human rights and freedom.