The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Walter Onnoghen as the substantive
Chief Justice of Nigeria.
The Senate voted to confirm Mr. Onnoghen, after the Cross
River-born judge fielded questions from the lawmakers during his confirmation
hearing on Wednesday.
“We are enlightened by some of the views presented today,”
said Senate President Bukola Saraki, commending Mr. Onnoghen and thanking his
colleagues who asked wide range of questions.
Mr. Saraki said the screening and the eventual confirmation
was a milestone.
Mr. Onnoghen fielded questions on various subjects, relating
to the independence of the judiciary, corruption in the judiciary,
establishment of special courts for corruption trial and respect for court
rulings, among others.
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