AGF Expresses Support for Bill Aimed at Reviewing Salaries of Judicial Workers
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has endorsed the proposed increase in salaries for judicial workers.
A bill suggesting the salary review is currently being considered by the National Assembly for legislative action and has advanced to a public hearing held on Monday.
Describing the judicial office holders’ salaries and allowances bill 2024 as innovative, the AGF highlighted its provisions beyond just raising the basic salary.
He emphasized that the bill addresses specific aspects of the judiciary's administrative structure and operations, emphasizing that its enactment would enhance staff morale.
Regarding the judiciary's stagnant salary scale for over 16 years, he criticized this as unacceptable and contrary to meaningful judicial r...