The Federal Government is set to convene a national policy summit on justice to address critical challenges in the justice sector on April 24, according to Minister of Justice Lateef Fagbemi, SAN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At a news conference in Abuja, Fagbemi disclosed that the Ministry of Justice is organising the summit in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and the National Judicial Council (NJC). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The theme of the summit is \u2018Repositioning the Justice System: Constitutional, Statutory, and Operational Reforms for Access and Efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fagbemi emphasised that the summit aims to usher in a new era of positive change and progress in the justice sector, ensuring a fair, accessible, and efficient legal system that upholds the rule of law while safeguarding fundamental human rights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He highlighted the significance of the event in addressing the significant challenges facing Nigeria\u2019s justice sector and paving the way for much-needed reforms to make justice more accessible to all Nigerians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
”Key stakeholders from across the country will engage in constructive discussions and develop practical solutions that prioritise the justice needs of the average Nigerian,” Fagbemi stated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He added: ”The summit will also deliberate on draft legislation proposed to address specific identified challenges within the justice sector relating to the judicial appointments process, administration, funding, and budgeting for the judiciary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
”The goal of the summit is to review, validate, and adopt the revised National Policy on Justice 2024- 2028 to drive prison reforms and access to justice for the average Nigerian. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
”It will also review electoral laws and procedures in handling election-related cases, among several other reforms.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fagbemi stressed that the proposed laws would catalyze collective action, providing a guiding framework for relevant governmental institutions to establish an effective, efficient, and people-centred justice system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He reiterated the importance of uniting efforts, leveraging collective expertise, and charting a course toward a more just and equitable society, stating that the summit presents an opportunity for such collective action.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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