In a recent statement via his official X account, Professor Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, a well-known human rights activist and former Chairman of Nigeria’s National Human Rights Commission, has expressed concern regarding a High Court judge’s decision to stop the reinstatement of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, despite the judge being abroad in the United States.
“FixedIt: Crooked judge of @FederalHigh who issued crooked order to stop the reinstatement of #SLS was on US Time, 5 hrs behind #Nigeria. He heard the president can rule from anywhere & presumed that applies to all branches of govt & all public officials. Literally!” Odinkalu wrote.
Odinkalu’s statements highlight the various aspects of the situation, underlining the judge’s absence and the potential implications of issuing such a directive from afar.
The activist’s choice of words underlines his concern regarding the judge’s understanding of governmental processes and jurisdictional boundaries.
Sanusi Lamido Sanusi’s reinstatement, a matter of huge public interest, was met with legal action, raising questions about the impartiality and integrity of the judicial process.
Odinkalu’s criticism highlights the need for transparency and adherence to legal norms, especially in cases involving high-profile individuals..……..See More