President Muhammadu Buhari has swore in Justice Olukayode Ariwoola as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).
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The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, on Monday afternoon, June 27.
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Ariwoola, 62, takes over from the outgone CJN, justice Tanko Muhammad, is expected to serve in an acting capacity till further confirmation by the National Judicial Council (NJC).
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Recall hat Justice Muhammad had resigned as the Chief Justice of Nigeria on Sunday night, citing ill-health as the reason for his decision. ?: @channelstelevision
