NJC recommends Oyewole for Supreme Court and clears Osun Chief Judge
The National Judicial Council has recommended Justice Joseph Oyewole for appointment to the Supreme Court, along with 35 others for various judicial roles. The Council, led by Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, also approved several appointments and addressed multiple petitions. Justice Oyebola Ojo, Chief Judge of Osun State, was cleared of all allegations after a thorough investigation. The NJC also made decisions regarding judicial suspensions, retirements, and extended condolences for recent judicial deaths.
What we know
- The NJC recommended Justice Joseph Oyewole for the Supreme Court and approved 35 other judicial appointments.
- At its 110th meeting held on January 13, 2026, the Council approved 27 new High Court judges across seven states and recommended appointments for Sharia and Customary Courts of Appeal.
- Justice Oyebola Ojo was cleared of allegations including financial misconduct and abuse of office after a committee found no evidence of wrongdoing.
- The NJC reversed the suspension of Justice Jane Inyang and dismissed a petition against Justice Gentu Timi following the resolution of a related dispute.
- The Council approved voluntary retirements, noted the deaths of two judicial officers, and extended condolences to their families and the judiciary.
