Jonathan Dismisses Two Indicted Judges

Justice Gladys Olotu

 Following their indictment by National Judicial Commission (NJC) of gross misconduct, President Goodluck Jonathan has approved the compulsory retirement of Justices Gladys Olotu of the Federal High Court and. U.A Inyang of FCT High Court.

NJC had recommended to the president, that the two indicted judges be dismissed.

However, Jonathan acceded to the recommendation, and therefore approved compulsory retirement for the duo.

Confirming the approval, Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Bello Adoke while briefing State House correspondents  Tuesday, said their compulsory retirement took effect on Monday.