By Suleiman Abubakar Rimi Uku Lafia
The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Nasarawa State, Barr. Isaac Danladi, has emphasized the importance of continuous legal education and collaboration among justice stakeholders for effective implementation of criminal justice reforms.
He made this known during a one-day workshop on National Minimum Standards (NMS) for the implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) and the Administration of Criminal Justice Laws (ACJLs). The event, organized by the Centre for Social Legal Studies (CSLS), was held at the Nasarawa Luxury Hotel, along Shendam Road in Lafia.
Addressing participants, Barr. Danladi commended the organizers and participants, describing capacity building as vital to enhancing justice delivery across the state and the country.
“Your dedication to enhancing your skills and knowledge will undoubtedly contribute to the effective implementation of the ACJA and ACJLs,” he said.
“This initiative will strengthen our institutions, improve our justice system, and ultimately serve the development of our community and the nation.”
He applauded the strong and growing synergy between the Ministry of Justice and the Judiciary, noting that such collaboration is crucial in safeguarding the rights of citizens and reinforcing the judiciary as the last hope of the common man.
“Just this morning, I came from the High Court where a judgment was delivered in a landmark case. It is a testament to the judiciary's commitment to justice and its role as the voice of the voiceless,” he added.
Barr. Danladi also acknowledged the consistent cooperation with other law enforcement bodies, particularly the Nigerian Correctional Service, and called for continued partnership to improve justice sector outcomes.
In her remarks, the Chief Judge of Nasarawa State, Hon. Justice Aisha Bashir-Aliyu, who officially declared the workshop open, expressed appreciation to the organizers and described the workshop as an opportunity for legal officers and justice workers to improve their service delivery.
“We get wiser each time we attend workshops like this. Continuous legal education is essential, and it helps us face challenges with renewed energy,” she said.
She also revealed her tight schedule earlier that morning, having presided over eight cases, including seven involving a senior advocate from Abuja in a revenue matter, before joining the workshop.
Justice Aisha Bashir praised the CSLS for organizing the program and urged participants to make the best use of the knowledge shared during the sessions.
The workshop was attended by magistrates, legal officers, representatives from the Correctional Service, officials from the Ministry of Justice, the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lafia Branch, and other critical stakeholders in the justice sector.
