'Nothing new' - Wike defends houses for judges, dismisses NBA criticism

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike defended the construction of houses for judges in Abuja, dismissing concerns about judicial independence. He argued that government provision of infrastructure was not new and did not threaten judicial autonomy. Wike also criticized the NBA leadership for inconsistency, noting that they often sought financial support from state governments while criticizing government interventions in the judiciary.