Chief Justice Of Nigeria Resigns

Justice Tanko Muhammad has formally resigned as the Chief Justice of Nigeria.

According to Channels Television, they confirmed that he resigned on Sunday night on the grounds of ill-health.

Also, the Special Adviser on Media and Communication to CJN, Ahuraka Yusuf Isah, said, “All I know is that he’s going to declare open a workshop this morning at the NJI (National Judicial Institute).”

Following his resignation, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola will be the next acting Chief Justice of Nigeria sequel to Senate’s confirmation.