The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged Nigerian judges, particularly justices of the Supreme Court to administer justice with the fear of God.
Sanusi made this call at a public discourse in Lagos with the theme, “Ethics, Morality And The Law,” charging them to remember that they are accountable to God.
The event was held in honour of Justice Habeed Abiru who was recently elevated as a justice of the Supreme Court.
He said his New Year resolution is that he no longer wants to be controversial.
The monarch advised the judges to be upright and should not allow hatred for people to make them do what is not right.
He also charged them to focus more on substantive justice, and not rely on technicalities.
“Do not be an advocate for wrongdoers and do not be an advocate for those who deceive themselves, because Allah does not love sinful wrongdoers.
“When your friends come to you, when government comes to you, and you listen to them and you tilt judgement in their favour, ask yourself, who will be your advocate before God, on the Day of Judgment?” he asked.
Don’t pass judgement in favour of friends, Govt – Emir Sanusi tells judges
