Nigeria’s Chief Justice, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, warns judges who will handle disputes from the 2027 general elections against engaging with political parties or other politically influenced conduct. She tells judges their behaviour must not jeopardise the independence of the judiciary as election petition tribunals prepare for cases arising from the polls scheduled for January 2027.
Across reports, the CJN emphasises that judges will be monitored. One outlet frames the message as a general call for strict neutrality, while another highlights that the conduct of tribunal judges will be closely watched throughout the handling of election-related matters. The warnings are issued ahead of the 2027 electoral process during the flag-off of the 2026/2027 legal year at the National Industrial Court in Abuja, underscoring the judiciary’s focus on maintaining impartiality and public confidence in dispute resolution.
The outlets agree on the core points: the warning is directed at election tribunal judges, centres on avoiding political entanglement, and signals closer oversight as the 2027 election period approaches.
