In Imo State, Governor Uzodinma seeks a chief judge he can own, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Governor Uzodinma of Imo State seeks to appoint a Chief Judge who aligns with his preferences, despite the current Acting Chief Judge having no adverse disciplinary record with the National Judicial Council. The Chief Justice of Nigeria is urged to establish conventions to prevent the governor from influencing the judicial appointment process.