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Just in:CJN to earn N5.3m monthly as Reps pass Bill on salaries for Judicial Office Holders
The House of Representatives has passed into law an act prescribing the salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits for judicial office holders in Nigeria.
The bill, submitted to the House by the President on Tuesday, received approval on Wednesday, March 20, marking a milestone in addressing the welfare of judicial personnel in the country.
According to the provisions of the bill, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) is set to earn a total monthly package of N5,385,047.26. Other justices of the Supreme Court will receive a total package of N4,213,192.54, while the President of the Court of Appeal is slated to earn N4,478,415.78 per month. Full List of Nigerian Billionaires Who Own Football Clubs in Europe .
Furthermore, justices of the Court of Appeal are to receive a total monthly package of N3,726,665.40.
The bill also outlines the monthly packages for various judicial office holders, including the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, President of the National Industrial Court, and others, totaling N3,527,022.61.
This comprehensive monthly package encompasses basic salaries and various regular allowances such as motor vehicle fueling and maintenance, personal assistance, hardship, entertainment, utilities, security, outfit, journal subscription, medical, along with service allowances, restricted or forced lifestyle, dual responsibility, and legal researchers.
Additionally, the House approved other job-related allowances not included in the total monthly package, including leave allowances, estacode per night of $2000 when applicable, duty tour allowances, and severance gratuity of N80,775,707.70 upon the successful completion of tenure. Furthermore, judicial office holders have the option of a motor vehicle loan, which must be repaid before the expiration of their tenure.
This legislative move underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing the welfare of judicial personnel and ensuring a conducive working environment for the dispensation of justice in Nigeria.
By providing competitive salaries and allowances, the aim is to attract and retain skilled professionals within the judiciary, thereby bolstering the integrity and efficiency of the justice system.
As the bill awaits further processes and eventual implementation, it represents a significant step towards addressing longstanding issues surrounding the remuneration and benefits of judicial office holders, ultimately contributing to the advancement of the judiciary and the rule of law in Nigeria.
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Core Public Servants hail Tinubu for appointing thoroughbred Procurement officer, Adedokun as BPP DG
A group under the aegis of Core Public Servants, CPS hail President Bola Tinubu for appointing Dr Adebowale Adedokun, a thoroughbred Procurement officer as the Director General of Bureau of Public Procurement, BPP.
CPS in a congratulatory letter signed by Kudirat Akindero to Adedokun lauded President Tinubu for following due process and picking the most qualified to run the affairs of the soecialised agency.
In the letter, the ADSC said:
“Congratulations to Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, PhD (MCIPS, CMILT), on his appointment as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).
“This significant achievement reflects his extensive expertise and unwavering dedication to advancing public procurement in Nigeria.
“With over 20 years of robust experience in public service, Dr. Adedokun has made substantial contributions to procurement reform.
“His distinguished academic background includes a doctorate in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, complemented by four master’s degrees in Procurement, Finance, Technology, and Transportation Management.
” This diverse educational foundation equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities inherent in procurement processes.
“In his career, Dr. Adedokun has held pivotal roles, including serving as a National Consultant for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on public procurement reforms.
“He represents Nigeria in the International Research Study on Public Procurement (IRSPP) and serves as a World Bank Resource Person on Sustainable Procurement. His commitment to capacity building is evident in his training of over 4,000 federal and state government procurement professionals nationwide.
” Additionally, he has been instrumental as the focal point officer for the UN Women Project aimed at empowering women in procurement in Nigeria and as the Project Coordinator/Procurement Node for the SPESSE – World Bank Project.
“Dr. Adedokun’s professional affiliations are extensive, including membership in the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), UK; Chartered Membership in the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT); Fellowship in the Institute of Strategic Management Nigeria (ISMN); Fellowship in the Institute of Management Consultants (ICMC), Nigeria; membership in the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (ACArb); Fellowship in the Nigeria Institute of Training & Development (NITAD); membership in the Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM); and membership in the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
In recognition of his consistent contributions to reform, Dr. Adedokun was honored with a Certificate of Special Recognition by USAID’s Nigerian Reforms Project in July 2009.
As he assumes the role of Director-General of the BPP, Dr. Adedokun’s extensive knowledge and experience are anticipated to significantly contribute to the agency’s strategic repositioning.
” His leadership is expected to advance efficiency, transparency, and accountability within Nigeria’s public procurement system.
Once again, congratulations to Dr. Adebowale Adedokun on this well-deserved appointment.
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