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In a pivotal move, the National Judicial Council (NJC) is gearing up for its final quarterly meeting of the year, scheduled for December 6 and 7. During this session, the council is expected to ratify the appointment of 11 Supreme Court Justices, as well as judges for various states across the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NJC will deliberate on the 22 nominees presented by the Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) for openings in the Supreme Court bench. The appointment process, including interviews and a review of the screening panel’s report, is set to take place over the two-day meeting. Successful candidates will be recommended to President Bola Tinubu, who will then forward the recommendations to the Senate for screening and confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to an inside source, the NJC will meticulously assess each candidate’s merit, considering any petitions against them. If allegations are substantiated, the candidates may be rejected. The selection process will prioritize credibility and capability, with a thorough evaluation of each nominee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The National Judicial Council responsibilities extend beyond the Supreme Court Justices appointments. The council will also recommend judges for the Federal High Courts, the National Industrial Court, and heads of courts, along with judges at the state level. The names of new judges for state High Courts, Customary Courts of Appeal, and Sharia Courts will be forwarded to state governors for ratification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NJC, comprising key judicial figures, is mandated by the constitution to oversee the appointment process. Currently, the Supreme Court bench has only 10 justices, falling short of the constitutional requirement of 21 justices. The ratification of the 11 justices by the NJC, subsequent recommendations by President Tinubu, and confirmation by the Senate will ensure the full constitution of the Supreme Court with 21 justices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The FJSC plays a crucial role in the initial stages of the appointment process, screening nominees for federal courts. The involvement of both federal and state judicial commissions becomes prominent after declarations of vacancies by the heads of courts in need of judges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The FJSC list, comprising 22 nominees screened by Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun’s appointment panel, has undergone scrutiny by the Department of State Service (DSS), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This development marks a significant step in fortifying the judiciary and ensuring the fulfillment of constitutional requirements for a fully constituted Supreme Court. As the NJC concludes its year with these crucial appointments, the legal landscape in Nigeria is poised for notable developments in the judicial system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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