Buhari is said to have sent the names of Justice Sidi Dauda Bage (North-Central) and Justice Paul Adamu (North-East) to the Senate for confirmation for positions in the apex court.

The president made the nominees known to the upper legislative chamber via a letter which was read during its plenary session on Tuesday, October 11.

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Buhari said further in the letter, which was read by Senate President, Bukola Saraki, that the nomination was in compliance with relevant constitutional provisions.