Tinubu commissions Court of Appeal judges’ quarters in Abuja

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned the newly completed 10-unit Court of Appeal Judges’ Quarters in Katampe District of Abuja, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to judicial independence and institutional reforms.

Represented by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the President said the housing estate formed part of a series of judicial infrastructure projects being inaugurated to mark the third anniversary of his administration, stressing that a functional justice system requires more than laws and judicial officers.

The President noted that the project was a special intervention by the Federal Government, separate from the judiciary’s statutory budgetary allocations, which he said had also increased significantly under his administration.

“Today’s event is much more than the unveiling of physical infrastructure; it is a tangible demonstration of the Federal Government’s enduring commitment to the welfare, independence, efficiency and dignity of the judiciary.

“A strong and effective justice sector requires not only sound laws and competent judicial officers, but also the infrastructure and support systems necessary to enable the judiciary to perform its constitutional responsibilities without hindrance.”

Tinubu explained that the provision of modern residential accommodation for judges was aimed at enhancing judicial independence, efficiency and service delivery, emphasizing that the welfare of judicial officers should be viewed as a national investment.

The President also disclosed plans for further expansion of judicial infrastructure within the district, revealing that additional land had been earmarked for judges of the National Industrial Court, the Code of Conduct Bureau, the Federal High Court and the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory.

Tinubu commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for executing the project efficiently.

In his remarks, Wike urged governors across the country to take greater responsibility for the development of federal judicial institutions located within their states, arguing that the courts primarily serve the citizens of the host states.

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