Nigeria, Feb. 22 -- The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, will on Wednesday swear in a new justice of the Supreme Court, Joseph Oyewole.

The inauguration ceremony is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at Courtroom Two of the Supreme Court Complex in Abuja, according to a statement shared on Sunday by the court's Director of Information and Public Relations, Festus Akande.

Mr Oyewole, until his elevation, served as Presiding Justice of the Court of Appeal, Enugu Division.

Mr Akande said the appointment reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen the Supreme Court with experienced jurists capable of delivering fair and timely judgements.

"He brings a wealth of legal expertise and integrity to the apex court," the statement said, addi...