CJN deplores arrest of judges

…NJC will address it at tomorrow’s meeting
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Mahmud Mohammed has expressed discomfort over Saturday’s arrest of some judicial officers by men of the Department of State Services (DSS).

The CJN, who spoke this morning at a valedictory court session held in honour of retiring Justice Suleiman Galadima (of the Supreme Court, described the development as saddening and unfortunate.

“My Lords, invited guests, ladies and gentlemen, not to distract from this occasion, it is indeed very saddening and deeply regrettable, the distressing and unfortunate incident, which occurred on Friday, 7th October and Saturday 8th October, 2016.

“However, I must ask all Nigerians to remain calm and prayerful, as an emergency meeting of the National Judicial Council (NJC) will take place tomorrow, will comprehensively look into the matter.

“Furthermore, I must express my sincere appreciation to the executive of the Nigeria  Bar Association (NBA), ably led by the President, Abubakar B. Mahmud (SAN) and indeed, all members of the legal profession for their prompt action and continued support.”