The National Sports Association for Judiciary (NASAJ) has elected a new executive council, officially ending a leadership crisis that began in 2024 when two rival factions emerged within the organization.
The resolution came during an extraordinary congress session, where both factions were dissolved to allow for a unified leadership structure.
A protem speaker was appointed, and an independent electoral committee was formed to oversee the fresh election process.
The harmonised national election was held on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Supreme Court in Abuja.
The exercise, conducted under tight security, was witnessed by representatives from the office of the Chief Registrar and the Director of Administration of the Supreme Court.
The new executives, who emerged unopposed, were sworn in by Commissioner of Oath, Zainab Kassim, Esq.
The newly elected officers are Noah Sunday as President, Mustapha Mohammed as Vice President, Aliyu Musa Ahmed as Secretary General, Murtala Kusheki as Treasurer, Saliu Olarotimi as Financial Secretary, Akoji Adah as Welfare Secretary, Suleiman Musa Suleiman as Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Baba as Assistant PRO, and Emmanuel John as Assistant Secretary General.
In his acceptance speech, President Noah Sunday expressed gratitude to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, under whose auspices the judiciary sports competition is held.
He also commended Chief Registrar Barr. Kabir Eniola Akanbi for facilitating a peaceful electoral process.
Sunday praised the professionalism of security personnel and the maturity displayed by all delegates, adding, “We are deeply humbled by the trust reposed in us and commit to upholding the ideals of NASAJ throughout our tenure.”
The new executive council will serve a four-year term.
