President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warned judicial officers across the country that justice must remain sacred and insulated from corruption.

The president declared that “justice must never be for sale”, during his speech at the opening of the 2025 All Nigerian Judges’ Conference of the Superior Courts in Abuja.

He described judicial officers as the true custodians of justice and assured continued investment in welfare, training, and the National Judicial Institute as he urged them to maintain integrity.

He said, “Justice must never be for sale, and the Bench must never become a sanctuary for compromise.

“Corruption in any arm of government weakens the nation, but corruption in the Judiciary destroys it at its core.

The backlog of cases in our courts must be addressed with urgency. Our courts must no longer be places where cases languish for years.

“Justice exists for the people, and their faith in the judicial process is the foundation of our national stability.”

Tinubu noted that Nigerians have repeatedly cried out over delayed judgments, questionable conduct, and the difficulty of accessing justice adding that such concerns need honest reflection and decisive action.

“These perceptions, whether wholly justified or not, cannot be ignored. They call upon us to reflect, to reform, and to restore,” he added.

Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving judicial capacity, working conditions, and infrastructure nationwide, Tinubu said technology must become central to court operations.

“Support must be tangible, not ceremonial. We will prioritise modern infrastructure, digital processes, and efficient case management. A digital, transparent judiciary will deepen accountability and public trust,” he stated.

He urged judges to maintain discipline, reduce congestion in courts, and make justice more accessible and affordable to citizens.

“Each fair judgment strengthens the Republic; each courageous ruling preserves its soul,” he said.