By Abbati Bako,psc,bsis,Alumni@UK’s European University, The Kent Un.
The Judicial Arm of Government A Pillar of Democracy and Analysis of the Situation:
In the grand tapestry of democratic governance, the judicial arm of government plays a vital role in upholding the principles and elements of democracy. This writing explores the significance of the judiciary in relation to the 57 key elements and principles of democratic system in the world.
- Ensuring the Rule of Law:
The judiciary is responsible for interpreting the law, ensuring that it is applied fairly and impartially. This guarantees that the rule of law prevails, providing a foundation for democratic governance in democratic system in both advanced and less advanced countries.
- Protecting Fundamental Rights:
The judiciary safeguards fundamental rights, such as freedom of speech, assembly, and association. By protecting these rights, the judiciary ensures that citizens can participate fully in the democratic process.
- Promoting Accountability:
Through the judicial process, those in power are held accountable for their actions. This ensures that the government remains transparent and responsive to the needs of its citizens.
- Upholding the Separation of Powers:
The judiciary maintains the delicate balance of power between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. This separation of powers prevents any one branch from dominating the others.
- Ensuring Free and Fair Elections:
The judiciary plays a crucial role in ensuring that elections are free, fair, credible, violence free and acceptable in accordance with the global democratic standards. By resolving electoral disputes and preventing electoral malpractices, the judiciary safeguards the integrity of the democratic process.
- Providing a Check on Executive Power:
The judiciary serves as a check on executive power, preventing the abuse of authority and ensuring that the government remains accountable to its citizens.
- Protecting the Rights of Minorities:
The judiciary protects the rights of minority groups, ensuring that their voices are heard and their interests are represented and represented.
- Promoting Transparency and Accountability:
Through its decisions and judgments, the judiciary promotes transparency and accountability in government. This helps to prevent corruption and ensures that public officials are held accountable for their actions.
- Ensuring the Independence of the Judiciary:
The judiciary must remain independent and impartial to function effectively. This ensures that judges are free to make decisions based solely on the law, without fear of reprisal or political pressure.
- Conclusion:
In conclusion, the judicial arm of government plays a vital role in upholding the 57 key elements and principles of democracy. By ensuring the rule of law, protecting fundamental rights, promoting accountability, and providing a check on executive power, the judiciary safeguards the integrity of the democratic process. As a pillar of democracy, the judiciary must remain independent, impartial, and strong to ensure that democracy flourishes.
To be continued insha’Allah:
Dr. Abbati Bako, political strategy and communications consultant, IPRC, Nigeria, prolific writer,Phd,.Scholar@Skyline Un on Globalization Policy and Students’ mentor@ Kent, University,UK and Treasurer Kano Chamber of Commerce, Nigeria as well as former Electoral Commissioner @Kansiec and former Special Advisor on Public Affairs to former Governor of Kano State Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and can be reached at abbatibako@mail.com
