Former President Goodluck Jonathan calls on Nigeria’s judiciary and members of the legal profession to strengthen institutions and uphold justice and the rule of law. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association, Jonathan urges legal practitioners to embrace their responsibilities in nation-building and to safeguard the integrity of Nigeria’s legal system. He emphasizes that an effective judiciary is central to delivering justice and supporting democratic governance.
In separate remarks reported by another outlet, Jonathan also advocates for an independent judiciary, describing independence as essential for fair outcomes and long-term national stability. Across the reports, his message focuses on reinforcing the legal system’s credibility through commitment to lawful processes, protection of judicial integrity, and continued public trust. The statements do not detail specific policy proposals, but they align around themes of institutional strengthening, independence of the judiciary, and consistent observance of justice and the rule of law by those involved in the administration of justice.
