The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Ibrahim Tanko
Muhammad on Monday swore in 18 judges to the Court of Appeal.
While addressing
the newly-sworn judges, Justice Tanko asked the judges to conduct their affairs
within the ambit of the law and the oath of office administered on them.
He reminded
them that all eyes were on them and that they should avoid temptations, as their
integrity was key.
“There is
nothing that is done in secret that will not see the light of day.” The CJN
added.
He further
admonished the judges to give a good conduct of themselves, be fair and just,
to justify their elevation to the position of Court of Appeal judges.
“Many high
profile cases will definitely come to you on appeal,” the Chief Judge said.
“They may likely come in company of some juicy, irresistible temptations, but I
am making it bold and clear that you must flee from such disguised danger.
“Your
reputation and integrity must match and count enormously in your rise to honour
and fame in life.
“Keep your
head above the murky waters of corruption, so that you can conveniently be
counted among the very best in the Nigerian judiciary.”
Source: channelstv.com
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