New cjn sworn in

You're referring to the swearing-in ceremony of the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola!

Here are some key points about the event:

  1. New CJN sworn in: Justice Olukayode Ariwoola was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) on May 5, 2023, at the Supreme Court in Abuja.
  2. Successor to Justice Tanko Muhammad: Justice Ariwoola succeeds Justice Tanko Muhammad, who retired as CJN on April 27, 2023, after reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70.
  3. Background: Justice Ariwoola was born on August 22, 1958, and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1980. He has served as a Justice of the Supreme Court since 2011 and has been a member of the Court's panel of Justices since 2013.
  4. Swearing-in ceremony: The swearing-in ceremony was attended by top government officials, including the President of Nigeria, Vice President, and other justices of the Supreme Court.
  5. Expectations: As the new CJN, Justice Ariwoola is expected to lead the judiciary in promoting the rule of law, ensuring the independence of the judiciary, and addressing the challenges facing the justice system in Nigeria.

I hope this information is helpful!