he Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter
Onnoghen has denied media reports that he has resigned following his suspension
by President Muhammadu Buhari.
According to a statement by his media aide,
Awassam Bassey, the CJN described as ‘Fake News’ all reports suggesting that he
has resigned.
“Mischief makers are still circulating this
fake news. Once again, no truth in it whatsoever. The Hon CJN, Hon Justice
Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen, GCON, has not resigned”, Awassam Bassey said.
There have been several speculations
regarding Justice Onnoghen case at the Code Of Conduct Bureau.
President Buhari suspended Justice Onnoghen
on Friday, January 25, Justice Tanko Mohammed was sworn in to serve as the
Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria.
The President’s move has since generated
diverse reactions across the country and even in the international community.
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