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Judiciary and media crucial for Nigeria's 2027 election success, say Chief Justice and Attorney General
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The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, emphasized the vital roles of the judiciary and the media in sustaining Nigeria's democracy, especially leading up to the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the 2026 National Conference of the National Association of Judiciary Correspondents in Abuja, the CJN, represented by Babatunde Adejumo, stated that judiciary correspondents are key to public understanding of court processes and building confidence in the justice system. She stressed that accurate and responsible reporting is essential for public trust in justice administration. The CJN warned that misrepresentation and sensational reporting could erode trust in the rule of law, urging the media to approach judicial reporting with diligence and balance. She reaffirmed the judiciary's commitment to independence, fairness, and transparency. The association's Chairman, Kayode Lawal, highlighted the conference's theme, "The Role of Judiciary in Deepening Democracy in Nigeria," in light of developments before the 2027 elections. Lawal expressed concern over conflicting court orders, particularly in politically sensitive cases, citing a jurisdictional battle between the Federal High Court and the High Court of Oyo State regarding the 2025 Convention of the People’s Democratic Party PDP. He warned that such conflicts could undermine public confidence and cause political instability. Lawal also criticized impunity amon
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