Sanction judges defying superior courts —Lawyers, activists tell NJC
Author: ObohPublished on: August 29, 2026Country: Nigeria
Crime & Law

Lawyers and activists are urging the National Judicial Council (NJC) to sanction judges who ignore orders from superior courts. A Federal High Court judge was condemned for delivering a judgment despite a stay order issued by the Court of Appeal. This conduct was described as 'judicial rascality' and led to the appellate court nullifying his judgment. Experts assert that such actions undermine the integrity of the Nigerian judicial system.
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