The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the
2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has bemoaned the state of Nigeria’s
judiciary, saying it is witnessing an undeniable decline.
The former Anambra governor noted that the situation is a
threat to the future of the nation.
Obi spoke in a Keynote speech titled ‘The Role of the
Judiciary in Shaping Nigeria’s Future’, which he delivered during the 5th
Memorial of Justice Anthony Nnaemeka Aniagolu, at the Godfrey Okoye University,
Enugu.
He said,”It was truly an honor to pay tribute to one of
Nigeria’s most esteemed jurists, the late Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice
Anthony Nnaemeka Aniagolu. His illustrious career, particularly as a Justice of
the Supreme Court of Nigeria from 1978 to 1987, brought immense honor to our
judiciary through his unwavering integrity and steadfast commitment to
upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice in our nation.
“As we commemorate the legacy of Justice Aniagolu and other
revered Nigerian judges, we must draw inspiration from their exemplary service.
We must strive to emulate their dedication to integrity, fairness, respect for
the rule of law, transparency, humility, and the dispensation of justice.
“While the judiciary today still boasts of a few outstanding
judges, there is an undeniable decline in our judicial system. This decline
poses a significant threat to the future of Nigeria. Justice is increasingly
commodified, and delivered in favor of the highest bidder.”
Continuing, Obi stressed: “When the rule of law is
compromised, the most vulnerable members of society are disproportionately
affected, and the fabric of our society begins to fray. The integrity of our
institutions, the protection of human rights, and the stability of our nation
are all jeopardized.
“The rule of law is the highest intangible and most valuable
asset of any society, and we must work tirelessly to protect and preserve it.
We must prioritize the pursuit of justice above all else.
“Only then can we ensure that the rule of law remains a
beacon of hope and a safeguard against tyranny, oppression, and injustice. The
future of our nation depends on it
“In my address to the audience, I emphasized the urgent need
to revitalize our judicial system by safeguarding its independence and
promoting the values of character, competence, capability, compassion, and
integrity among our jurists, as well as within our political leadership. By
doing so, we can ensure that justice and fairness prevail as we endeavor to
build a better Nigeria for all.”
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