President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate seeking approval to increase the number of justices of the Court of Appeal from 70 to 110. The proposal is aimed at reducing the heavy backlog of cases and improving the speed of justice deliver
The request was read on the floor of the Senate during plenary, with lawmakers noting the growing pressure on appellate courts across the country. If approved, the expansion is expected to strengthen the judiciary and enhance access to justice nationwide.
