Supreme Court Bench Shrinks as NJC Receives Notices of Deaths and Retirements

The Nigerian Judicial Council (NJC) is facing a significant change in the composition of the Supreme Court bench, following the receipt of notices of the deaths and retirements of judges from various courts across the country.

According to Premium Times, the NJC received notices of six retirements and nine deaths of judges from federal and state courts. The report did not specify the exact courts or the judges affected, but it noted that the development could significantly impact the judicial system.

The NJC, established by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, is responsible for appointing judges to various courts in the country. The council is chaired by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Tanko Muhammad.

It is unclear when the affected judges will retire or when their deaths were reported, but the NJC has not said when the facility began operating. The council has, however, confirmed the receipt of the notices.

The development is expected to stir discussions on the state of the Nigerian judiciary and the need for proper succession planning in the appointment of judges.

This is a developing story, and more details will be shared as they become available.