Nigerian becomes minister of Justice in Canada

Meet the new Canadian minister of Justice

Nigerian becomes minister of Justice in Canada

The new minister of Justice and solicitor general of Alberta, a province in Canada, is a Nigerian-born Canadian, Kaycee Madu.

The 47-year-old was born and brought up in South-east Nigeria. He graduated from the University of Lagos with a law degree in 2001.

It was gathered that he has practised law in both Nigeria and Alberta. With the new appointment, he replaces Doug Schweitzer, the new minister of jobs, economy and innovation.

Prior to his appointment, Mr Madu was a member of the legislative assembly of the province representing the district of Edmonton-South West after winning the 2019 Alberta general election.

Mr Madu, a member of the United Conservative Party, is the first Nigerian-born cabinet member in Alberta.

Premier Jason Kenney on Tuesday said the appointment of Mr Madu makes a powerful statement at a time when Albertans have grown more sensitive to racial prejudice. He said,

“[Madu] is a man who has experienced racial prejudice firsthand and can bring that sensitivity to this important role”.

Meanwhile, in a statement issued on Wednesday, Mr Madu stated that the importance of carrying the new ministry forward amid difficult social and economic times weighs heavily on his mind.

He said,

“I spent my entire professional career fighting for those who lacked means, including at Legal Aid Alberta, Labour, Immigration, and Human Rights Tribunals, and in the courts. My views on the application of justice and equality will always be integral to who I am as a father, husband, citizen, lawyer, and politician.

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