LAGOS STATE JUDICIARY TRAINS NEWLY APPOINTED HIGH COURT JUDGES
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By Sumayyah Olapade
The Lagos State Judiciary has begun a 7-day induction course for the 13 newly appointed Judges of the High Court of Lagos State at the Recreation/Training Centre, GRA Ikeja, Lagos.
In his opening address, Hon. Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, the Chief Judge of Lagos State, in his welcome address, emphasised the importance of the induction course, stating that the programme was designed to enhance the professional expertise of participants, facilitate their development of judiciary knowledge and skills, and promote the pursuit of juristic excellence.
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 #EndSARS 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 newly appointed judges, 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.
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