Justice Walter Onnoghen , Suspended Chief Justice Of Nigeria, (CJN)
Justice Walter Onnoghen , Suspended Chief Justice Of Nigeria, (CJN)

The suspended Chief Justice of Nigeria CJN, Justice Walter Onnoghen has suffered high blood pressure and toothache.

Onnoghen is standing trial before the Code of Conduct Tribunal CCT in relation to his alleged breach of code of conduct for public officers for allegedly failing to declare his assets.

The suspended CJN, who attended proceedings on Monday when the tribunal ordered a day-to-day hearing in the case, was absent at the resumption of proceedings on Tuesday.

His lawyer, Adegboyega Awomolo SAN, told the tribunal that he was informed Monday night that Onnoghen has developed tooth-ache.

Adegboyega tendered a medical report in support of his claim.

Lead prosecution lawyer, Aliyu Umar SAN, also said he got a copy of the medical report, which was signed by one Francis Uche, the Medical Director of Ideal Medical Services.

Ruling, tribunal chairman, Danladi Umar adjourned the hearing to Monday, March 18th.

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