Breaking News: In Abuja Streets, I’ve Heard From Lawyers That So-and-So Judge Belongs to So-and-So Person—Mato

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Magaji Mato, has expressed concern over what he described as the growing perception that some judges are linked to influential individuals, warning that such beliefs are damaging public confidence in Nigeria’s judiciary. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Mato said the widespread nature of such claims should worry everyone concerned with the administration of justice.

He stressed that regardless of whether the allegations are true, the fact that they are commonly discussed reflects a serious challenge to the judiciary’s public image.

Highlighting his concerns, Mato said, “In Abuja Streets, I’ve Heard From Lawyers That So-and-So Judge Belongs to So-and-So Person.” He explained that he had repeatedly heard similar comments from both legal practitioners and ordinary residents in Abuja, describing the trend as a troubling indictment on the judicial system..Continue Full Reading>>>