Code of conduct tribunal new chairman
You're referring to the appointment of a new Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) in Nigeria!
On February 24, 2022, President Muhammadu Buhari appointed a new Chairman for the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Dr. Busuyi Yekini. Dr. Yekini is a Professor of Law and a former Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Lagos.
Here are some key facts about the new Chairman:
- Background: Dr. Yekini is a renowned legal scholar with a Ph.D. in Law from the University of Lagos. He has taught law at various institutions, including the University of Lagos, University of Ibadan, and University of Abuja.
- Experience: Before his appointment as Chairman of the CCT, Dr. Yekini served as a member of the National Judicial Council (NJC) and was a member of the Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution.
- Appointment: Dr. Yekini's appointment was announced by the Office of the President, following a thorough process of selection and screening by the Federal Government.
- Role: As Chairman of the CCT, Dr. Yekini will be responsible for overseeing the Tribunal's activities, including the hearing and determination of cases involving public officers accused of corrupt practices.
- Expectations: The new Chairman is expected to bring his vast experience and expertise in law to the Tribunal, ensuring that cases are handled fairly and efficiently, and that the Tribunal's mandate to promote transparency and accountability in public service is fulfilled.
The appointment of Dr. Busuyi Yekini as Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal is seen as a positive development, as it brings a new perspective and expertise to the Tribunal, which is critical in the fight against corruption in Nigeria.