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Viral letter on transfer of judicial powers to state governors fake, says NJC
Viral letter on transfer of judicial powers to state governors fake, says NJC
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has dismissed a viral letter claiming it has transfered statutory powers and functions regarding appointments and promotions of judges to state governors.
In a statement on Sunday, Soji Oye, director of information at NJC, said the letter dated July 14, 2023, and allegedly signed by Olukayode Ariwoola, chief justice of Nigeria and NJC chairman, has “no iota of truth”.
The NJC said the letter which stated that Umar Abubakar should be appointed the substantive chief judge of Kebbi, and outlining several key points regarding the order of seniority, never emanated from the council.
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“The fake letter titled ‘Order of Seniority of Judges of the High Court of Kebbi state and recommendation of Justice Umar Abubakar as the substantive chief judge of Kebbi state’, addressed to the chief judge, stating that ‘under section 10 of the existing law of Kebbi state 1996, His Excellency, the governor, has the power to determine seniority of judges and the NJC has no power to override or reverse the decision of His Excellency’,” the statement read.
“It further stated that the office of the head of court/chief judge is purely a political appointment to be decided by the governor of a state.
“For the purpose of clarification and avoidance of doubt, the NJC hereby emphatically disclaimed the letter as there is no iota of truth in it, and no such letter ever emanated from the office of the chief justice of Nigeria or the Council.
“The public is hereby advised to discountenance the letter and its content.”
Oye further said the council has reported the “unfortunate case” to the relevant security agencies to investigate and bring to book whoever is behind the letter.
Viral letter on transfer of judicial powers to state governors fake, says NJC
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Many dead, houses razed in Delta tanker explosion
Many dead, houses razed in Delta tanker explosion
A devastating tanker explosion in Nigeria’s oil-rich Delta State has left many people dead.
The incident, which happened when a tanker exploded, occurred on Friday at Ometan community, in Okpe local government area of Delta State.
It’s gathered that the incident occurred when the ill-fated tanker lost control while overtaking another truck near the boundary bridge between Uvwie and Okpe Local Government Area.
The front part of the oil tanker suddenly detached from the rear compartment while on motion, leading to an explosion, eyewitnesses said.
According to Daily Post, all buildings in the community within the perimeter of the explosion were razed and some residents who were trapped in the building were also burnt to death.
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The state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has visited the scene, and condoled with the Ometan community and families of the victims.
Speaking at the scene, the governor, who was accompanied by the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guwor and former chairman of Okpe local government area, said he was away when the incident occurred.
“On getting here, I saw dead bodies and those who witnessed the unfortunate incident.
“It is a very sad situation and I commiserate with the people of Ometan community and families of those who lost their lives in this unfortunate incident”, he said.
The development is coming barely four days after a gas tanker explosion killed many residents in Rivers State and destroyed properties
Many dead, houses razed in Delta tanker explosion
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Court sends teenager to prison for defiling 8-year-old neighbour’s daughter
Court sends teenager to prison for defiling 8-year-old neighbour’s daughter
In Oyo State, one Joshua Olayiwola, a teenager, has been remanded for allegedly defiling an eight-year-old neighbour’s daughter.
A Family Court sitting in Iyaganku, Ibadan, ordered the remand of Olayiwola in Abolongo Correctional facility, Oyo Town.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the police charged Olayiwola with defilement.
The Magistrate, Mrs S. A. Adesina, declined Olayiwola’s plea due to lack of jurisdiction and adjourned the matter until June 13.
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He also ordered the police to return the case file to the Director of Public Prosecution for legal advice.
The Prosecution Counsel, Insp Gbemisola Adedeji told the court that Olayiwola, on April 15, between 8am and 10 pm allegedly defiled the minor in the Ojo Ekun area of Ibadan.
She said the offence contravened the provisions of Section 34 of the Oyo State Child Rights Law 2006
Court sends teenager to prison for defiling 8-year-old neighbour’s daughter
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