Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan GCFR has called on judicial officers and legal practitioners to play a more active role in nation-building by upholding justice, strengthening institutions, and protecting the rule of law.
Jonathan made the call at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association, held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The event was themed, “Securing the Future: Sustainable National Asset Protection in Africa; Opportunities, Risks and Regulatory Pathways.”
Speaking during the plenary session, the former president described members of the Bench and Bar as guardians of the nation’s legal and regulatory systems, stressing that Nigeria’s progress depends on an impartial judiciary, strong institutions, and a commitment to integrity.
He emphasized that the nation’s future can only be secured when justice prevails over power, institutions are stronger than individuals, the education system is reformed to meet contemporary challenges, and the law guarantees equal protection for all citizens, regardless of status.
Jonathan noted that these principles are essential for building a just, stable, and prosperous society, urging stakeholders in the legal profession to remain steadfast in promoting fairness, accountability, and good governance.
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