Buhari appoints 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 distinguished career in the judiciary, serving as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria since 2005. He has also served as the President of the Court of Appeal and has been a member of several judicial panels and committees.

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 can help to restore confidence in the judiciary.