Buhari appoint new cjn

You're referring to the recent development in Nigeria!

Yes, on April 25, 2023, President Muhammadu Buhari appointed Justice Olukayode Ariwoola as the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). Justice Ariwoola, who was previously the Deputy Chief Justice of Nigeria, takes over from Justice Tanko Muhammad, who resigned as CJN on April 25, 2023.

Justice Ariwoola's appointment was announced by the President through a letter dated April 25, 2023, and was subsequently confirmed by the National Judicial Council (NJC). The appointment is subject to the confirmation of the Senate, which is expected to take place soon.

Justice Ariwoola, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has had a long and distinguished career in the judiciary, having served as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria since 2005. He has also served as the President of the Court of Appeal and as a Justice of the Court of Appeal.

The appointment of Justice Ariwoola as CJN has been welcomed by many in the legal profession and beyond, who see him as a highly respected and experienced jurist who is well-equipped to lead the judiciary in Nigeria.