Ademola Adeleke, the governor of Osun State, congratulated Justice Joseph Oyewole on his appointment to the Supreme Court, naming it well-deserved and a source of pride for the state.
This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Olawale Rasheed.
Adeleke commended the jurist’s character and performance in the administration of justice, according to the statement.
“I heartily congratulate Hon. Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole on his appointment to the bench of the Supreme Court.
“Hon. Justice Oyewole is an embodiment of integrity, and his commitment to justice is unparalleled,” the governor noted.
According to the governor, Justice Oyewole’s nomination was a reflection of his long-standing commitment to the judiciary and his steady demonstration of professionalism over the years.
“His elevation to the bench of Nigeria’s topmost court is a proud moment for us in Osun, and on behalf of the good people of the state, I celebrate this remarkable achievement,” he added.
Citing his vast expertise on the bench, the governor further expressed confidence in the new Supreme Court Justice’s capacity to carry out his duties with distinction.
“Going by his antecedents in effectively and dispassionately dispensing justice in over two decades on the bench, I have no iota of doubt that Hon. Justice Oyewole will excel in this new role”, the statement concluded.
On Wednesday, the National Judicial Council nominated Oyewole, who is the Presiding Justice of the Court of Appeal, Enugu Division, for appointment as a Justice of the Supreme Court, along with 35 other candidates for different judicial offices across the country.
A statement issued on Wednesday disclosed that the recommendation was made at the Council’s 110th meeting held on January 13, 2026, and presided over by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun.
