President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerian judges to ensure that justice remains beyond the reach of influence, insisting that judicial integrity must never be compromised.
Speaking on Monday at the All Nigeria Judges’ Conference in Abuja, the President cautioned that the judiciary cannot afford to become a refuge for compromise, noting that citizens have grown increasingly concerned about delayed cases and limited access to justice.
“Our courts must no longer be places where cases languish for years; they must become beacons of efficiency, where disputes are resolved swiftly, and where litigants depart with renewed confidence in the rule of law,” he said.
Tinubu described the conference theme, ‘Building a Confident Judiciary’, as timely, stressing that confidence is the foundation upon which justice is built. He reiterated that his administration is prepared to fully support efforts aimed at safeguarding the dignity of the judiciary and stamping out misconduct.
He emphasized that this responsibility extends beyond the National Judicial Council, noting that every judicial officer has a role to play.
“A judgment may be grounded in law and delivered with clarity, but unless the public perceives it to be fair, impartial, and untainted, its moral authority is diminished,” he said.
Tinubu acknowledged concerns raised by the public regarding delays, integrity issues, and uneven access to justice, saying such perceptions, whether fully accurate or not, must be addressed.
He called on the judiciary to reflect, reform, and rebuild trust, adding that justice ultimately exists for the people and is central to national stability.
The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the judiciary in carrying out its constitutional mandate.
