New legal year: Sanwo-Olu pledges more judicial reforms in Lagos

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday reaffirmed his commitment to justice and judicial reforms in the state.

Sanwo-Olu said this at the 2025/2026 New Legal Year Thanksgiving Service at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina in Lagos.

The governor was represented by his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu.

Sanwo-Olu, in his good will message, commended the judiciary for its resilience, dedication and reforms that had enhanced access to justice.

He praised the judiciary for introducing practice directions on non-custodial sentencing and improving case management through digitalisation of court processes.

The governor congratulated the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Kazeem Alogba, for successfully steering the judiciary in the past legal year and appreciated judges, magistrates, and members of the bar for their service.

Sanwo-Olu said his government had invested in judicial infrastructure, including the construction of a new court at Tapa, Lagos Island, to ease business operations and residential apartments for magistrates and legal officers to support their welfare.

“These reforms and investments will further strengthen the administration of justice, boost public confidence and promote Lagos as a hub for commerce and innovation,

“This thanksgiving service serves as a reminder of the divine calling of leaders, lawyers, and judges to serve with humility, wisdom and integrity,” he said.

Our correspondent reports that the thanksgiving service was attended by bishops, clergy, traditional rulers and members of the bar and bench.

The governor also extended his greeting and best wishes to the judiciary for progress, integrity, and meaningful service in the New Legal Year.