Breaking: Behold ex-court of appeal Justice set to take over as CJN

Following the resignation of Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, President Muhammadu Buhari will later on Monday swear in Justice Olukayode Ariwoola as acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), a Judiciary source has revealed.

Justice Ariwoola is the most senior Justice of the Supreme Court.

Born on 22 August 1958, Justice Ariwoola was formerly a Justice of the Court of Appeal and was elevated to the Supreme Court bench.

The swearing-in event is reportedly scheduled for 2pm.

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