The ADC considers this development not merely a legal dispute, but a dangerous escalation capable of destabilising the nation’s democratic process.
Mr Gombe’s lawyer, Lukman Fagbemi, SAN, argued that the defendants had not placed any evidence before the court to justify the grant of the application.
Mrs Ade-Ajayi stated, “Making the candidates’ names public gives room for objections where necessary and strengthen confidence in the judicial appointment process.”
Justice Umar held that Mr Nwadike failed woefully to show in his affidavit the reason he joined the National Judicial Council (NJC) as respondent in his suit.
Mr Obono said “Judges often receive a slap on the wrist rather than facing the serious consequences of criminal prosecution for criminal actions.
A judge who sits beyond the lawful judicial age is a judicial impostor.
JUSUN had directed its members in all federal courts nationwide and other judicial institutions to withdraw their services from Monday.
Mr Moro said, “There is a looming constitutional crisis currently in Benue State.’’
“The recommendation was pursuant to the findings of the council that His Lordship has two different dates of birth: 27 October 1956 and 27 October 1958,” stated the NJC.
