Take Action Against Proliferation Of Court Orders, Judgements, Jonathan Urges NJC
By Stella Enenche, Abuja
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged the National Judicial Commission (NJC) to take action that would curb the proliferation of court orders and judgements.
Jonathan made the call on Saturday via his X handle, @GEJonathan.
The former Bayelsa State governor also called on the judiciary, the police, and other stakeholders to work for the common good.
He tweeted that “I am calling on the National Judicial Commission (NJC) to take action that will curb the proliferation of court orders and judgements, especially those of concurrent jurisdiction giving conflicting orders. This, if not checked, will ridicule the institution of the judiciary and derail our democracy.
The political situation in Rivers State mirrors our past, the crisis of the Old Western Region. I, therefore, warn that Rivers should not be used as crystal that will form the block that will collapse our democracy.
State institutions, especially the police and judiciary, and all other stakeholders must always work for the public interest and promote common good such as peace, justice, and equality”, he said.
He also called on political actors in Rivers State to be patriotic in their pursuit for relevance.
“I am aware that the local government election taking place in Rivers State today, October 5, has been a subject of great interest to political actors.The political happenings in Rivers State in the past few days are a cause for serious concern for everyone, especially lovers of democracy and all actors within the peace and security sector of our nation.
“Elections are the cornerstone of democracy because they are the primary source of legitimacy. This process renews the faith of citizens in their country as it affords them the opportunity to have a say on who governs them. Every election is significant, whether at national or sub-national levels, as it counts as a gain and honour to democracy.
“It is the responsibility of all stakeholders, especially state institutions, to work towards the promotion of a sound democratic culture, of which periodic election stands as a noble virtue. Democracy is our collective asset; its growth and progress are dependent on governments commitment to uphold the rule of law and pursue the interests of peace and justice at all times.
“Institutions of the state, especially security agencies, must refrain from actions that could lead to breakdown of law and order. Rivers State represents the gateway to the Niger Delta, and the threat to peace in the state could have huge security implications in the region.
Let me sound a note of caution to all political actors in this crisis to be circumspect and patriotic in the pursuit of their political ambition and relevance.”
