Former President of Nigeria Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has criticized the political class to allow the judiciary to perform its constitutional functions, saying politicians get blinded when they get power.
The former President said: “I advise politicians that while in office, let us not try to blackmail the judiciary because it is conservative. When we get political power, we get so blinded. Politicians should know that society is changing.
The former President gave this admonition during the book presentation/reception that ended week-long activities that marked the retirement of the Bayelsa State Chief Judge, Justice Kate Abiri.
He also advised politicians not to be blinded by the power they utilize while urging judicial officers to strive to be unbiased, neutral, and courageous in upholding the rule of law, which he noted was significant in the delivery of justice.