The Federal Government has restarted its commitment to continually support the judiciary to enable it to deliver on its constitutional mandate.
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, who stated this, tasked officials of the nation’s court system to ensure financial accountability and systemic reforms.
He spoke in Abuja at the 2026 strategic retreat for Chief Registrars of courts, organised by the Committee of Chief Registrars of Nigeria, themed: Strengthening court administration, financial accountability and staff well-being for a more effective Judiciary in Nigeria.
Fagbemi reaffirmed the government’s pledge to collaborate with judicial leaders on sustainable funding, clearer court rules, and capacity-building partnerships.
Also, Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urged greater adoption of technology, including digital tools and judicial automation, to improve efficiency, transparency, and access to justice.