Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged judicial officers and legal practitioners to uphold justice, fairness and the rule of law, stressing that Nigeria’s future depends on strong institutions and an independent judiciary.
Jonathan made the call during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Law Week of the Yenagoa Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association in Bayelsa State.
The event, themed “Securing the Future: Sustainable National Asset Protection in Africa; Opportunities, Risks and Regulatory Pathways,” brought together lawyers, judges and other stakeholders in the legal sector.
Addressing participants at a plenary session, the former president described members of the Bench and Bar as custodians of the nation’s justice system, urging them to remain committed to protecting the rule of law.
According to Jonathan, Nigeria can only achieve lasting progress and stability when institutions are allowed to function independently and effectively.
He noted that the future of the country depends on a legal system where justice prevails over influence, institutions remain stronger than individuals and the law provides equal protection to all citizens regardless of status.
Jonathan also called for reforms in the education sector, arguing that Nigeria’s post-colonial education system must be repositioned to meet modern realities and global standards.
He further stressed that sustainable national development requires accountable leadership, effective institutions and a legal framework that guarantees fairness, equal opportunities and protection for both the powerful and the vulnerable.
The former president maintained that strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring adherence to the rule of law remain critical to securing Nigeria’s long-term future.
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