GOVERNMENT
JAMB 2003 - Question 7
Government 2003 JAMB Past Questions - Question 7: The independence of the judiciary can be undermined through the
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Correct Answer
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Explanation
Theindependence of the Judiciary can beundermined through the politicization of the appointment of judges. to ensure the real independence of the judiciary, the appointment of judges and magistrates should be done by the judicial service commission and not by executive order. it should be well noted that if judges are appointed by the executive such judges would likely show obedience and loyalty to their masters who appointed them. As a result, justice may be denied some citizens.

