Ondo Attorney General, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, has called on Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to spearhead the development of a comprehensive judicial code of conduct.
The code aims to enshrine ethical and professional standards for judicial officers, ensuring the integrity, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary, and restoring public confidence.
Ajulo emphasized the need for reforms, addressing systemic challenges such as funding, infrastructure, and case backlogs, to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of the justice system, according to TheNation.
He also stressed the importance of promoting gender equality and diversity within the judiciary, leveraging technological innovations, and fostering collaborative synergy between the judiciary, legislative, and executive branches.
Ajulo congratulated Kekere-Ekun on her appointment, expressing trust in her ability to uphold the integrity of the Supreme Court and strengthen public faith in the judicial system.
He said: “It shall ensure the integrity, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary, and maintaining the public’s unwavering confidence in the system.
“Strengthen public trust through unwavering transparency, unimpeachable accountability, and the most steadfast fairness in all judicial proceedings.
“Prioritise a comprehensive agenda of judicial reforms, addressing systemic challenges of inadequate funding, infrastructure deficits, and pressing issue of case backlogs, to enhance efficiency and accessibility of our justice system.
“Foster a spirit of collaborative synergy between the judiciary, legislative, and executive branches, thereby resolving any tensions and safeguarding the independence of the courts.
“Invest diligently in the capacity-building of judges and court staff, while leveraging technological innovations to improve efficiency and widen access to justice for all.”
He continued, “Your extraordinary recognition is a true testament to your distinguished career, unwavering commitment to the rule of law, and your unwavering dedication to the fair administration of justice.
“Your judicial experience, impeccable legal acumen, and principled leadership will be invaluable in guiding the Nigerian judiciary through this transitional period.
“Your reputation as a jurist of the highest caliber inspires profound trust and assurance that you will uphold the integrity of the Supreme Court and further strengthen the public’s faith in our cherished judicial system.
“I’ve had the distinct honour of appearing before your esteemed presence on several occasions, and I witnessed firsthand, your formidable intellect, unwavering impartiality, and steadfast defense of the rule of law.
“This reputation for being a no-nonsense, yet impartial jurist will undoubtedly be instrumental in restoring the public’s confidence in the judiciary,” Ajulo stated.
