On October 16, 2025, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), and NJI Administrator Justice Babatunde Adejumo expressed alarm over delays in resolving corruption cases, calling for urgent reforms at a joint NJI-ICPC workshop in Abuja themed “Re-Enforcing Effective Management and Trial of Corruption Cases.”
Represented by Justice John Okoro, the CJN highlighted that prolonged trials, sometimes spanning decades, erode public confidence and embolden corrupt practices. She advocated for robust case management, curbing frivolous applications, and balancing expeditious trials with fairness, while urging judges to stay updated on evolving corruption tactics driven by technology and globalization.
Dr. Aliyu reported that the ICPC blocked N20 billion from ghost workers and recovered N2.5 billion in tax remittances in 2024, emphasizing prevention and enforcement. He stressed the need for judicial and law enforcement synergy to tackle complex financial crimes. Justice Adejumo noted corruption’s detrimental impact on governance and urged equipping judges with modern tools and ethics to enhance justice delivery. The workshop aimed to improve judicial skills, foster collaboration, and restore integrity in Nigeria’s justice system.
