Adeleke congratulates Oyewole on elevation to Supreme Court

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has congratulated Justice Joseph Oyewole on his appointment to the Supreme Court, calling the elevation well-deserved and a source of pride for the state.

The Spokesperson to the Governor, Olawale Rasheed, conveyed this in a statement issued on Thursday.

The statement highlighted Adeleke’s commendation of the jurist’s character and track record in the administration of justice.

“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 said.

Adeleke added that the appointment reflects Justice Oyewole’s long-standing dedication to the judiciary and his consistent 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 noted.

The governor also expressed confidence in Justice Oyewole’s ability to perform his duties with distinction, citing his extensive judicial experience.

“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.

Online reports that on Wednesday, the National Judicial Council recommended Oyewole, the Presiding Justice of the Court of Appeal, Enugu Division, for appointment as a Justice of the Supreme Court, alongside 35 other candidates for various judicial positions nationwide.

The recommendation was made at the Council’s 110th meeting on January 13, 2026, presided over by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun.