Buhari Writes To Senate, Seeks Confirmation Of New CJN

President Muhammadu Buhari has asked the Senate to confirm Justice Olukayode Ariwoola as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).

His request was contained in a letter read out by the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, at the start of plenary on Tuesday.

The request for confirmation, he said, is in accordance with Section 231(1) of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria.

Although The President had appointed and sworn in Mr Ariwoola in acting capacity last month, it is mandatory that the appointment of the latter be confirmed by the Senate.