Judges must prioritise their health and wellness, says Justice Adejumo

At the opening of a retreat for judges of Nigeria’s superior courts in Abuja, Justice Babatunde Adejumo, administrator of the National Judicial Institute, urged judicial officers to prioritise their health and well-being. He said heavy workloads, long hours, judgment writing and public scrutiny take a toll on judges’ physical, mental and emotional health. Adejumo described judicial wellness as an institutional concern, noting that judges’ health affects the quality of their work and public confidence in the judiciary. The Institute organised the retreat to share practical guidance on preventing burnout and addressing risks associated with sedentary work.