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Akpabio Proposes Punishment For Judges Misusing Ex Parte Order

Eko Hot Blog reports the Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has suggested a decisive punishment for judges misusing ex parte orders, especially in addressing political matters.

‘Ex parte’ is a term commonly employed in civil procedure to describe motions seeking orders that can be granted without the need for a response from the opposing party.

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Typically, these orders are temporary in nature and remain effective until additional hearings can be conducted, such as in the case of a temporary restraining order.

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However, speaking at the National Summit on Justice held in Abuja today, Akpiabio, who spoke on the theme “Repositioning the Justice System, Constitutional, Statutory and Operational Reforms for Access and Efficiency,” said it becomes crucial for the National Judicial Council (NJC) to implement strict supervision to prevent the abuse of ex parte orders.

He said: “We recommend prompt and decisive punishment for erring judges who are found to be involved in this abuse.

“We further propose that the NJC establish clear and detailed standards governing the issuance of ex parte orders, accompanied by a defined set of sanctions for violations. These sanctions should be severe enough to deter people from future abuses.

“We recommend that the NJC should conduct regular audits and reviews of ex-parte orders issued by judges to ensure compliance with established standards.”

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The proactive approach, as the Senate President mentioned, would aid in the early detection of abuse patterns and the prompt implementation of corrective actions.

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Furthermore, Akpabio highlighted the significance of continuous training and education for judges regarding the ethical and responsible utilization of judicial discretion when granting ex parte orders.

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