Kaduna hosts 32nd National Judiciary Sports Competition

The 32nd National Judiciary Sports Competition, organized by the National Sports Association for Judiciary (NASAJ), has commenced in Kaduna. The event, which began on October 17 at Murtala Square, is scheduled to run until October 29 and is expected to involve more than 3,000 athletes.

Participants from judicial institutions across Nigeria will compete in various activities, including football, volleyball, handball, tennis, badminton, swimming, athletics, table tennis, and chess. The competition aims to promote physical fitness, mental well-being, teamwork, and professional relationships among judicial officers and staff.

During the opening ceremony, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, represented by Attorney-General James Kanyip, noted that the effectiveness of the judiciary relies on the well-being of the personnel administering justice. Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, also emphasized the importance of sports in relieving stress and fostering discipline and perseverance within the legal profession.