ABUJA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally written to the Senate, requesting the confirmation of Justice Oyewole Kayode as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, read the letter on Tuesday, noting that the nomination is made pursuant to Section 231(2) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as amended.
The letter stated: “I am pleased to present for confirmation by the Senate, the appointment of Hon. Justice Oyewole Kayode as Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. While it is my hope that the Senate will consider and confirm the nomination expeditiously, please accept the assurances of my highest regards.”
Following the reading, Akpabio referred the executive communication to the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, and Legal Matters. The committee has been tasked with reviewing the nomination and reporting back to the Senate as soon as possible for further legislative action.
I think its important for the Senate to thoroughly vet Justice Oyewoles appointment. We need transparency and accountability!
Im not convinced about Tinubus choice for the Supreme Court. Anyone else feeling unsure about this nomination?
Shouldnt the Senate thoroughly vet Justice Oyewole before confirming him? We need transparency in judicial appointments.
Why should a president seek Senate confirmation for a Supreme Court appointment? Isnt that the whole point of checks and balances?
Why should a president have to seek confirmation for a Supreme Court appointment? Seems like unnecessary red tape.
Its interesting how President Tinubu is seeking Senate confirmation for Justice Oyewoles Supreme Court appointment. Wonder what the outcome will be!