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Lagos State Judiciary Releases Plan for the New Legal Year.

Activities to mark the commencement of the 2024/2025 legal year have been announced by the Lagos State Judiciary.

A statement by the Acting Chief Registrar, Tajudeen Elias, said the new legal year thanksgiving service would be held simultaneously at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, and Lagos Central Mosque on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 10 am, to officially mark the commencement of activities.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba will be inspecting the Guard of Honour immediately after Mosque and Church services at the High Court of Lagos, Osborne Foreshore Court Complex, Ikoyi Lagos.

The statement also indicated that on the next day, September 24, there will be a webinar session tag; “CYBER OFFENCES IN THE DIGITAL STRATOSPHERE: “CIVIL AND CRIMINAL IMPLICATIONS, TACKLING THE MENACE”.

Participants are expected to join live through Zoom;  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LHT7BIAGQ0msnmbXQiaamQ between 11AM and 1pm.

According to the circular signed by the Chief Judge, court activities will officially commence on Monday, September 23, 2024.

Ololade Ige
Lagos State Judiciary
04/09/2024

Lagos State Judiciary Trains Newly Appointed High Court Judges.

The Lagos State Judiciary has began a 7 day induction  course for the 13 newly appointed Judges of the High Court of Lagos State.  This is taking place at the Recreation/Training Center, GRA Ikeja, Lagos.

In his opening address, Hon. Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, the Chief Judge of Lagos State, warmly welcomed the newly appointed judges, while emphasizing the importance of the induction course. "The purpose of this induction is to enhance your professional expertise, facilitate the development of judiciary knowledge and skills, and promote the pursuit of juristic excellence," he stated.

The Chief Judge also highlighted that the training is part of a continuous effort to keep the entire staff of the Lagos State Judiciary updated with current judicial practices. He referenced the End SARS protests as an example of the evolving nature of judicial responsibilities in Nigeria, underscoring the necessity for continuous learning and adaptation.

He also advised the newly appointed Judges to maintain humility and seek knowledge through interaction with their colleagues, stressing that they all strive to achieve the same goal.

The Attorney General of Lagos State and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro SAN, while congratulating the the newly appointed judges, he admonished them to uphold their judicial culture and deliver justice with confidence. "Do not forget your culture and remember to deliver justice with confidence in your official duties. I wish you all good luck on the bench," he stated.

The induction training marks the beginning of a rigorous and enlightening journey for the new judges as they prepare to take on their judicial responsibilities with enhanced knowledge, skills, and a commitment to justice.

Ololade Ige/Folasade Olabiyi
Lagos State Judiciary
03/07/2024

Lagos Chief Judge swears in 92 Notaries Public .

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba, has sworn in 92 new Notaries Public recently at High Court complex, Ikeja, Lagos.

Hon.Justice Alogba administered the oath of office to the newly sworn in Notaries Public. Each lawyer made a solemn declaration before the Chief Judge and the body of benchers, committing to uphold the integrity and responsibilities of their new role.

In his address, Justice Alogba emphasized the importance of the Notary Public to the judiciary and the legal system. He urged the newly confirmed Notaries Public to maintain the highest standard of authenticity and integrity in their work. "Your signatures on documents hold significant weight," he stated.

The Hon. Chief Judge also emphasized that they ensure every document notarized is legal and genuine, adding that the  authenticity and accuracy of the documents they handle are of utmost importance, as these documents often have both national and international implications.

He  stressed the importance of the office of the notary public, which is to aid the speedy administration of Justice, while cautioning them that their stamp of office must not be used by anybody else, as it is against the rule of law.

While welcoming the newly sworn in Notaries Public into their new positions, he also advised them to be focused and shun of forms of illegality.

The representative of the newly sworn in Notaries Public, Mr. Oluwaseun Isaac Aderibigbe Esq, on behalf of others, promised not to fail in discharging their duties and also not involving themselves in anything that will embarrass the Judiciary.

Ololade Ige/Folasade Olabiyi
Public Affairs Officers
29/05/2024

Lagos Governor Charges Women Judges to Identify Challenges, Collaborate on Solutions.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state has charged womenjudges to identify obstacles that hinder women advancement and strategies andcollaborate on how to overcome them.

He urged them to carve out a future where women in the legalprofession would stand on equal footing with their male counterpart.

Gov. Sanwo-Olu gave the charge while addressing the 1stSouth-West Zonal Workshop of the National Association of Women Judges ofNigeria (NAWJN) held at Marriot Hotel, GRA, Ikeja.

The theme was "Breaking Leadership Barriers for Womenin Legal Profession".

The Governor who was represented by the Secretary to theState Government, Mrs Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, expressed joy that Nigerian women judges competefavorably and effectively with their counterparts globally in the dispensationof their sacred duties as members of the hallowed inner bar.He celebrated thewomen judges particularly in the South West of Nigeria.

Gov. Sanwo-Olu also commended Justice of the Supreme Court,Hon. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun for sustaining the platform for women judgesto confer and  build structure that wouldsustain the legal instrument of the state and the country.

"Your dedication and commitment to advancing womenleadership in the legal profession are truly commendable and I am confidentthat this conference will provide robust solutions and forge new andworkable  strategies to bring aboutlasting and tangible change that you have constantly desired and would liveforever in our lives", he said.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Justice KazeemAlogba, in his remarks, noted that the female gender are becoming moresuccessful and advancing in the legal profession.

To buttress his position, he stated that during the justconcluded 'Call to Bar' held March 7 in Abuja, he received into the NigerianBar, the Overall Best Student of the Year from the Nigerian Law School (NLS)for this year, one Lawal Aminat Odunayo, a young woman.

He said she also emerged as the Best Promising Student ofthe Year as well as the Best Female Student in Civil Litigation.

Earlier, Justice Kekere-Ekun, who is the President of NAWJN,in her opening address, remarked that there is still much work to be donenotwithstanding that the country has come a long way in terms of womenachieving leadership positions in the legal profession.

Justice Kekere-Ekun noted that there are still manychallenges inhibiting women from reaching the zenith of their careers which shelisted to include domestic impediments, difficulty in maintaining a work/lifebalance, lack of support in the home, working conditions that are notfavourable to women, such as frequent postings of women with

young families, gender bias — belief that certain positionsare more  suited to the male gender, lackof mentorship programmes, to name a few.

She pointed out that women have been exceptionally blessedby God with innate skills and the ability to multi-task, which can enhance andsupport nation building.

"It is therefore imperative to recognize the invaluableneed for the participation of women in policy making and to strive to ensuretheir inclusivity in the promotion of policies that are gender sensitive andwhich provide greater access to justice.

She said that the International Association of Women Judgeshad partnered with Co-Impact, a philanthropic collaborative fund to develop andimplement a multi-year programme to enable, support and promote sustainableleadership pathways for women in leadership in the Global South.

She also revealed that the association is also working withaffiliate Associations in five countries (Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Mexicoand the Philippines) to address and work out strategies to overcome thebarriers confronting women in leadership in the profession adding that theinitiative is called Women In Leadership In Law (WILIL).

She said it was for this reason that the executives of NAWJNdecided to hold workshops in the six geo-political zones of the country to beama spotlight on these challenges and to also proffer solutions that are uniquelysuited to our own environment.

She hoped that the series of workshops will provide aroadmap that will lead to the enhancement of women in leadership in theJudiciary and other fields of endeavour, which is expected to positively impacthigh level decision making and overall best practices within the profession.

Lagos State Judiciary Honors Late Exceptional Jurist, Professor Benjamin Obiefuna Nwabueze (SAN).

The Lagos State Judiciary recently convened a Valedictory Court Session in honour of  Late Professor Benjamin Obiefuna Nwabueze at the High Court Ikeja.

In his address, the State Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba, characterized the late Professor Nwabueze as a remarkable individual who epitomized purposeful living, self-awareness, and unwavering dedication. He emphasized Professor Nwabueze's profound impact on constitutional law, noting his instrumental role in shaping the legal frameworks of several African nations, including his significant contribution to the Kenyan Constitution.

Justice Alogba lauded Professor Nwabueze's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a towering figure in academia, highlighting his esteemed positions at institutions such as the University of Lagos, Nigeria, University of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, and the National University of Lesotho. Additionally, he underscored Professor Nwabueze's scholarly achievements, including his appointment to professorial chairs at prestigious universities like the University of Zambia and Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

Expressing condolences to the bereaved family, the Chief Judge urged them to uphold the late Jurist's exemplary legacy. He remarked on Professor Nwabueze's unparalleled contributions to legal scholarship, citing his extensive body of work comprising 34 books, numerous conference keynotes, and a plethora of peer-reviewed articles.

Notably, Professor Nwabueze's literary prowess earned him the distinction of being the first academic lawyer to be conferred the title of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) solely based on his scholarly publications.

Furthermore, Justice Alogba highlighted Professor Nwabueze's accolades, including the Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM) award and the Commander of the Order of Niger (CON) honor. He traced Professor Nwabueze's academic journey from his early education at CMS Central School, Atani, to his formative years at CMS Central School, Onitsha, culminating in his scholarly pursuits at the School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, where his intellectual brilliance shone brightly.

The Lagos State Judiciary's commemoration of Professor Nwabueze serves as a testament to his indelible mark on the legal profession and his enduring legacy as a preeminent legal scholar of African descent.

Babatunde, Rasheedat B
Public Affairs Officer
23/02/2024

Prioritize Your Integrity in the Execution of your Duties ---- Lagos CJ admonished the Newly Sworn in Notaries Public.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba has admonished the newly sworn in Notaries Public to prioritize their integrity in the execution of their duties, adding that Notary Public is a noble calling and opportunity to serve humanity and uphold justice in Lagos State.

He made this statement during the swearing in of 54 Notaries Public, which took place recently at the Ikeja High Court, Lagos.

He further stated that the oath of office solemnly taken by them is of profound significance, and they must exercise caution and due diligence when reviewing and authorizing documents.

The Hon. Chief Judge also advised that they must never engage in notarizing any criminal documents, as it is essential to preserve the esteemed reputation of Nigeria on the global stage.

Mr. Basil Udengbulem Ikpenwa Esq, who spoke on behalf of other Notaries Public, expressed his gratitude for the privilege bestowed upon them in contributing to humanity in the pursuit of justice, pledges to be diligent and unwavering in their commitment to truth and justice.

Babatunde R. B.
Public Affairs Officer
05/10/2023

Lagos CJ Grants Amnesty to 30 Inmates to Decongest Over Stretch Prison Population.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba hasgranted freedom and re-integrated back to the society thirty out of the fortyinmates listed for amnesty programme.

The inmates were pardoned at an open court session presidedover by the Chief Judge at the premises of Ikeja Magistrates’ Court in Ogba.

Those granted freedom included four juveniles who were froma Foster Home, Borstal Training Institution, Adigbe in Abeokuta.

Others were released from Ikoyi and Kirikiri CorrectionalCentre.

Some of the inmates had been in the correctional facilitiessince 2013 before they were granted freedom.

The Chief Judge ordered that six of the inmates be returnedback to prison while the remaining four names had errors.

The chief judge, while releasing the suspect, said that theexercise was in line with the efforts by the Federal Government to decongestcustodial centres as stipulated in Sections 1(1) of the Criminal JusticeRelease from Custody Act, Cap C40, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2007 and377 (c) of the Administration of Criminal Justice (amendment) Law 2021.

According to him, the amnesty is guided by relevant lawsupon fulfillment of requisites, before it could be embarked upon.

Justice Alogba said the exercise was related to people whohad stayed much longer than they would have stayed upon conviction and thosewhose trials had been stalled.

He explained that the over stretch awaiting trial inmates atthe Correctional Center was as a result of systemic failure as cases had notbeen going promptly not to as failure of the judiciary but due to ancillaryfactors.

"Cases are not going on in courts not because themagistrates or judges are not upright in their duties but failure as a resultof hitches in the course of prosecuting offenders," he said.

The chief judge also commended the committee that lookedinto the case of those released for doing a thorough job.

In a remark, the Deputy Controller, Nigeria CorrectionalServices (NCS), Lagos Command, DCC Comfort Obiosio, who represented the Controllerof NCS, Lagos, Mr Ben Freedman, revealed that almost nine thousand inmates werein the three correctional centers in the state.

She urged the chief judge to use his good office to see thatprivileges were given to some remorseful inmates in order to decongest thecorrectional centers.

"We have almost nine thousand locked up in Lagos and wehope the CJ uses his good office to free those qualified and decongest thefacilities," Obiosio said.

On his part, the Lagos State Commissioner for Police, CPIdowu Owohunwa, represented by the Deputy Commissioner for police, DCP WaheedAyilara, said that the Nigeria Police has a partner in justice system, wouldcontinue to ensure due process and the exercise should be a continuous one inorder to curb the shortfall as maximum capacity was about 1, 500. 

"The police will continue to be diligent in theirinvestigation in order to help  with thedecongestion," Ayilara said.

Lagos State Judiciary Honours Late Jurist - Alhaji (Chief) Olalekan Abdulfatai Yusuf (SAN).

The Lagos State Judiciary recently held a valedictory Court Session in honor of Late Alhaji (Chief) Olalekan Abdulfatai Yusuf (SAN), one of the nation's foremost legal practitioners with over three decades in the legal profession and a consummate legal practitioner.

The event took place at the premises of the Ikeja High Court and was attended by Judges of the High Court, Senior Advocates of Nigeria, Body of Benchers , family members amongst others.

The State Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba, in his remarks described the late Olalekan Yusuf as a great jurist who dedicated himself not only to the practice of the profession but also to humanity.

Alogba described the late legal icon as the go-to Counsel for complex legal matters, particularly in the area of land law, law of secured credit transactions and commercial law, and was a nationally acclaimed Advocate and transaction expert whose expertise also covered the entire gamut of land law.

While commiserating with the families of the bereaved, the Chief Judge advised the immediate family to sustain the good legacy which the late Chief lived for.
He also stated that: "The late Alhaji Chief Olalekan Yusuf lived an exemplary life and would be fondly remembered for his doggedness, diligence and creative approach towards solving complex legal matters while maintaining the highest ethical standard.".

It should be noted that late Alhaji Chief Olalekan Yusuf attended the prestigious University of Lagos from 1983 to 1986 where he obtained his LLB and was called to the Nigerian Bar Association in 1987. He established his own law firm then known as Olalekan Yusuf & Co. The law firm is now known as Olalekan Yusuf, SAN & Co.

Subsequently, Chief Olalekan Yusuf occupied various sensitive positions during his lifetime. He was the Vice-Chairman of Nigerian Bar Association, Ikeja Branch between 1998 to 2000 and also chairman, Human Rights Committee of Ikeja Branch of NBA between the same period. He became the substantive Chairman, Ikeja Branch of NBA between 2000 to 2002.

To confirm the recognition of his numerous years in Legal advocacy, Legal Knowledge, competence, temerity and legal expertise, the Supreme Court led by the Chief Justice of Nigeria conferred Alhaji Chief Olalekan Yusuf with the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in the year 2013.

Babatunde, R.B.
PEO, Public Affairs
10/03/2023

Lagos State Judiciary Announces Half Working Day for Staff.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba has approved that staff in Lagos High Courts should close for the day by 1.00pm on Friday 24th of February, 2023.

This was communicated through a notice signed by the Acting Chief Registrar, Mr. Tajudeen Elias.

The Chief Judge approved the half working day to enable Lagos State Judiciary Staff prepare for the presidential election slated for February 25, 2023.

All staff are hereby expected to resume work fully on Monday February 27, 2023.

Ololade Ige / Adekunbi Bakare
Public Affairs Officers
23/02/2023

Lagos Judiciary Trains Sheriffs on Enforcement of Court Judgments.

The Lagos State Judiciary has organized a two-day workshop for Sheriffs on the enforcement of judgment delivered by the court and ways to handle some of the challenges of such enforcement.

The workshop programme which started on Wednesday 15th February 2023 in Ikeja, is expected to ends today, Thursday 16th February 2023.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Honourable Justice Kazeem Alogba ably represented by Admin Judge Lagos, Hon Justice Oluwatoyin Ipaye, at the training, described court sheriffs as an important arm of the Lagos State Judiciary and a critical part of the dispensation of justice.

Alogba stressed that "Litigation starts and ends with the Sheriffs and for this reason, they are critical and a very important part of justice dispensation in Lagos State Judiciary. Unless you do your part as a sheriff, nothing can be done in court. It is after your proper serving of processes that cases can move."

He also reiterated that all Sheriffs must keep proper records of events and report accordingly immediately for documentation and future occurrence."

The Chief Judge posited that Sheriffs as executors of the court judgment must be upright in carrying out their duties and making sure the judgment creditor enjoys the fruits of the judgment.

While speaking earlier at the workshop, Hon Justice Adesola Ogala averred that since all Court processes starts  and ends with the Sheriffs, they must ensure that any form of sharp practices is avoided, adding that all Court directives must be complied with while carrying out their duties.

In addition, Hon Justice Florence Aigbokhaevbo in her paper delivered also laid emphasis on prompt and regular sales of goods brought to the Court after execution according to the rules and  to decongest the stall.

She further stated that: "For service to be proper, it must be effected by an authorized person(s) under the rules of Court, it must be effected in accordance with the rules of court and there must be proof that service was effected per the procedure provided by law."

Babatunde R. B.
PEO Public Affairs
18/02/2023

Rejection of Old Naira Notes.

The attention of Lagos State Judiciary has been drawn to some news making the rounds on the rejection of old Naira notes by officials of the Court in Lagos. It has therefore become necessary to put the records straight.

As usual cash collected at our various Registries were taken to the Banks for deposit. On Monday 13^th February, 2023, the Bankers refused to collect the cash. Under the Financial Regulations there’s a limit to how much cash, we could hold in house, and for security reasons too. We therefore had to consult the appropriate quarters on the development.

In the circumstance, the public was advised to make use of the existing electronic platform for payments whilst the development was being dealt with.

After due consultations today, the Lagos State Judiciary resolved to receive cash payments, alongside electronic transfers from the Public.

The Lagos State Judiciary wishes to reiterate that it is an integral part of the Nigerian Judiciary and holds tenaciously to the due administration of Justice and the Rule of Law generally

T. A. Elias
Ag. Chief Registrar
16/02/2023

Lagos Judiciary to Proceed on End of Year Break from Dec 23rd ... makes alternative provision for urgent cases during break.

Lagos State Chief Judge, Justice Kazeem Alogba has announced that Lagos Judiciary will begin 2022 Christmas vacation from  December 23 and resume work on Tuesday, 3rdof January, 2023.

This was contained in a notice signed by Acting Chief Registrar, Mr. Tajudeen Elias, revealing that Lagos State Chief Judge, Kazeem Alogba approved the vacation pursuant to order 49 rule 4 (c) and 5 of the High Court of Lagos State (Civil Procedure) Rules 2019.

In the Notice, the Chief Judge noted that arrangements for dealing with urgent causes during the Christmas vacation are that each judge will deal with all urgent applications related to any substantive cause already assigned to him/her.

According to the Chief Judge, “Any urgent application, (the substantive cause of which has not already been assigned) will be dealt with by the judge to whom the application is specifically assigned.”

“Notwithstanding the provisions of Order 49, Rule 4 (supra)any cause or matter may be heard by a judge during the period of the Christmas vacation where such a cause or matter is urgent, provided that the conditions prescribed by Order 49 Rule 5 (supra) shall be observed and complied with.”

Sanwoolu Flags off Redevelopment of Iconic Igboshere Courts.

Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu today performed the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the redevelopment and reconstruction of the Historic Igbosere High Court which was destroyed during the civil unrest of October 2020.

The Rebuild Lagos Trust Fund (RLTF) was established in November 2020, following Governor Sanwo-Olu’s Executive order EO/BOS/2020, for rebuilding and restoring affected state assets in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital.

Among the six pioneer projects identified by the Fund, High Court Igbosere holds historical significance to Lagos as a State, and Nigeria a country. Hence, the Rebuild Lagos Trust Fund is dedicated to its restoration and upgrade.

The High Court of Lagos, Igbosere was the oldest and most notable colonial judicial building in Nigeria. It was originally called the Supreme Court with its jurisdiction limited to Lagos and its existence dates back to the period of cession of Lagos to the British Government.

For historical purposes, the colonial building is preserved by rebuilding the shell and courtrooms therein, maintaining its external look while upgrading the internal facilities to meet the present-day demands for services and infrastructure.

The expansion of the number of court facilities within the Complex from 22 to 38 Courts in response to the deficiency in the number of courtrooms in the State.

To eliminate the former car parking challenges within the facility, a multilevel park would be built in the new complex, A 700-seater auditorium to be created due to the increased number of courtrooms being created.

Additional office spaces would also be created to adequately accommodate the judges and other upgrades that directly address the old colonial building’s challenges.

The contractor for this reconstruction project is Formwork Ltd and Mar & Mor Enginering Services.

Project Duration is 18 Months for the First Phase, 2nd Phase of this project is scheduled to start by April 2023.

Lagos Judiciary Promises to Leverage on ICT for Effective Dispensation of Justice.

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba has promised that the State Judiciary will continue to explore and harness the potentials in Information Communication Technology, ICT to deliver effective justice system to the residents of the Lagos State.

He made the pledge at the Lagos State Judiciary year 2022,Management retreat held at the Orchid Hotels in Lekki with the theme”Transformation to a digital judiciary( The Road map)

According to him, the need for the retreat was essential because upon his appointment as the 17th Chief Judge, he made a pledge before all that “I shall key into the vision of Mr. Governor Sanwo-Olu administration in ensuring that we have a smart judiciary by providing first class judicial service in line with international best practice”

While examining the theme, the Chief Judge averred that “We would deploy more tools of Information and Communication Technology ICT in the provision of our services”

Alogba enjoined all members of staff to embrace and get familiar with the Digital Age in the discharge of their respective duties in order to remain relevant in the present age.

The 3 Day event had different facilitators who spoke on diverse topics that were beneficial to the staff of the judiciary. The Day one lecture was delivered by Hon Justice Olatokun who took the staff on understanding the role of management staff in the administration of justice followed by Engr. Waheed Sule who handled the digitization of judiciary while his counterpart from the Economic Planning and Budget Mr. Ogunmolu Oluwaseun delivered a paper on Electronic court returns.

The staff had a session to unwind as sporting challenges such as Table tennis challenge and Tug of War were outlined for staff of Ikeja and Lagos Island divisions respectively

Other facilitators subsequently took lectures on Stress Management by Dr. Sodimu while    Mrs.Durodola from the Public Service Office engaged the staff on Retirement:Planning, Management and its challenges.

There was an interactive session where Management staff had to take questions on ways to effectively and efficiently move the judiciary forward

Lagos Chief Judge receives Transparency Africa Honour, seeks end to Institutional Corruption.

The LagosState Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba has called for total eradicationof corruption in all sectors of the nation's economy, saying that every corruptpractice including institutional corruption must be avoided for the rebirth ofa greater Nigeria.

He made theplea during an award presentation made to him on Wednesday 24th August, 2022 byTransparency Africa at the High Court Annex, Osborne Ikoyi, in acknowledgementof his transparent achievements, excellence, integrity and leadership approach.

Saying thatcorruption has eaten deep into the fabric of the Nigerian society, the ChiefJudge maintained that it is imperative for Nigerians to rise up and put an endto the monster, by ensuring that right pegs are put in the right holes.

His words:"Until the system is ready to put disciplinary measures in place to serveas deterrent, we cannot move ahead in the eradication of corruption"

"Whencomplaints are made and people cannot stand by such complaints and allow dueprocess take its natural course, then it makes it difficult for corruption tobe eliminated." he stated.

Alogbatherefore enjoined and encouraged the delegates to be bold and transparentwhile discharging their duties just as he promised to ensure an incorruptiblesystem in the State judiciary.

Lolade Ige/Adekunbi Bakare

PublicAffairs Officers

Lagos statejudiciary

24/08/2022