Nigeria, May 19 -- The former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged widespread corruption in the Nigerian judiciary, saying many judges and lawyers are corrupt.

Speaking on Monday at the Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Bwari Branch in Abuja, Mr El-Rufai said the public no longer trusts the judiciary due to delayed justice and biased rulings.

The former governor claimed that justice in Nigeria often favours the rich and powerful.

Mr El-Rufai also criticised the use of ex parte orders in political matters and accused some lawyers of using the courts for political gains.

He called on legal professionals to reflect on their roles and ensure justice is truly served without bias or influence from the executive a...