Nigeria at 66: CJN Vows Justice, Governors Rally for Unity and Peace
As Nigeria marked its 66th Independence anniversary, Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, reaffirmed the judiciary’s commitment to fair and impartial justice, stressing that the strength of the nation lies in the integrity of its institutions and the trust of its people. She urged Nigerians to embrace diversity as a source of strength and to honor the sacrifices of past heroes by building a more united country
Across the states, governors echoed similar calls for peace, unity, and responsible citizenship. Oyo’s Seyi Makinde emphasized the importance of national cohesion despite ethnic and religious differences, while Enugu’s Peter Mbah marked the occasion by pardoning and releasing 13 inmate. In Spirit of Independence, Mbah Pardons, Commutes Sentences, Releases 13 Inmates In commemoration of Nigeria’s 66th inde…. Kaduna’s Uba Sani highlighted sacrifice and accountability as keys to a better Nigeria, and Ondo’s Lucky Aiyedatiwa stressed that nation-building requires collective effort from all citizens.
Other governors, including Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom, Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto, Nasir Idris of Kebbi, Mohammed Bago of Niger, and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara, delivered goodwill messages underscoring themes of resilience, security, and shared responsibility for progress.
The celebrations reflected a common message: Nigeria’s future depends on unity, justice, and the collective determination of its people.
