The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, has urged judges to shun fear as they carry out their duties.
He particularly tasked them not only to prioritise their integrity but also to remain steadfast in the face of daunting challenges by protecting and upholding the rule of law.
Ariwoola, made the call at the induction course for newly appointed judges of the superior courts of record, held at the National Judicial Institute, in Abuja.
Ariwoola, speaking through Justice Jummai Hannatu Sankey, advised the newly appointed judges to be humble in recognising the limits of their knowledge and seek guidance through education and support while learning from fellow judges.
The CJN noted that the role of judges is a critical one that demands an understanding of their position as priests in the temple of justice and defenders of the rule of law.
This, he said, has a significant impact on the lives of individuals, communities and society as a whole.