Lagos Set To Host Justice Reform Summit
All is now
set for the two-day ‘Justice Reform Summit’, with the theme “Enhancing the
Administration of Justice for Economic Growth, Investment Protection And
Security In Lagos State,” to be hosted by the Lagos State Ministry of Justice.
Speaking at
a press conference to herald the summit, the Lagos State Attorney General and
Commissioner for Justice Mr. Lawal Pedro, SAN, said that the Lagos State
Government has been recognized as a pathfinder for Justice Reform in
Nigeria due to its innovative achievements. However, as Nigeria's economic
nerve center, challenges still need to be addressed.
‘These
Challenges demand a modern, agile, and responsive Justice system that ensures
equitable access to justice safeguards fundamental rights, and protects
property and investments, while meeting the evolving needs of its residents.’
The attorney
general and Commissioner for Justice further said that 'The Justice
Reform Summit was conceived in 2023 upon my assumption of office with the
approval of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, stems from our discussions and
recognition that an efficient and effective Justice system is a cornerstone of
a well-functioning society and a catalyst for economic growth and social stability.
Government effort to attract foreign and local investors will be futile if our
justice system remains weak, inefficient, and ineffective.’
Mr. Pedro
stated that the Governor Sanwo-Olu administration understands that a justice
system perceived as fair, transparent, efficient, and accountable will inspire
trust and confidence among citizen’s stakeholders and investors.
The link
between a robust justice system, economic growth, societal well-being, and
community stability is profound. Therefore, the protracted nature of
litigations and the inefficient enforcement of law and order in the state are
no longer acceptable. It is to tackle these issues that the state government
and the Ministry of Justice are organizing the Justice Reform Summit.
The Governor
of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, will be the chief host,
with the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, as the
Chairman and the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice,
Lateef Fagbemi SAN, as Special Guest of Honour. Others expected at the event
are Judges, Academic Scholars, the Nigerian Bar Association the Police,
Correctional officers, lawmakers, private sector representatives, and the
general public. Keynote speakers are expected from Singapore and Rwanda
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