In a statement signed by HEDA Chairman Olanrewaju Suraju, the organisation emphasised that the integrity of the judiciary is at stake.
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Released in July 2024, the survey revealed that an estimated $1.23 billion was paid in bribes to public officials in Nigeria during 2023, with a significant portion directed towards the judiciary. These figures highlight a persistent issue that demands urgent attention, especially given recent high-profile cases of judicial corruption, including attempts to bribe judicial officials during election proceedings.
He further added, “Key objectives of the conference include increasing understanding of the challenges faced by judicial officers, fostering engagement between academia and civil society, and collaborating with the newly appointed Chief Justice of Nigeria on reform agenda.
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