The Senate has passed a bill that seeks to prescribe 300 percent in the salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits of judicial office holders in Nigeria.

The resolution of the Senate followed its consideration and adoption of the report of the Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, and Legal Matters at plenary chaired by Senator MOHAMMED MONGUNO.

The House of Representatives had on March 20 passed the bill which provides a monthly package of 5.39 million naira for the Chief Justice of Nigeria.

Senator MONGUNO in his presentation said stakeholders at the public hearing of the bill were unanimous in their support for the Bill.

He said the purpose of the bill was sacrosanct to the justice sector reform initiative of the present administration.

According to him, the bill aligned with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the standing rules of the Senate.

He added the increase in remuneration for judicial office holders was essential to attract and retain highly qualified and experienced professionals who possess the necessary skills, knowledge, and integrity to serve on the bench.

He said the increment under consideration has been captured in the 2024 Appropriation Act.