The Supreme Court of Nigeria has refuted claims that Justice Emmanuel Agim attended a convocation ceremony at the University of Calabar alongside the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
In a statement on Monday, the court’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Akande Festus, explained that Justice Agim was present at the event as an honouree and alumnus.
He was recognized by the university’s Governing Council and awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Law.
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Festus stated, “In light of the reports circulating on social media and other news platforms, we wish to clarify the circumstances surrounding the attendance of Hon. Justice Emmanuel Akomaye Agim of the Supreme Court of Nigeria at the convocation ceremony of the University of Calabar on Saturday, 22nd March 2025.
“It has come to our attention that misleading information has emerged, suggesting that Hon. Justice Emmanuel Agim accompanied the Hon. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr Nyesom Wike, to the ceremony. We hereby dispel this false narrative.
“He was recognised for his significant contributions to the legal profession, which reflect his commitment to justice, integrity, and the rule of law, serving as a model for aspiring legal professionals and students alike.”
He clarified that while Justice Agim was originally expected to join other Supreme Court Justices at the burial of Justice Stanley Alagoa in Bayelsa State, he requested permission to attend the University of Calabar convocation instead.
The statement also emphasized that Justice Agim attended the event solely in a personal capacity and not as a representative of any government ministry or department.
“Any insinuation to the contrary is not only inaccurate but undermines the judicial independence that is crucial to our democracy.
“We encourage the public and media to verify information through credible sources before sharing or publishing, to prevent the spread of misinformation,” the statement read.
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