In a bid to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and improve the enforcement of laws in Lagos State, the Lagos State Ministry of Justice (MOJ) will be holding a two-day Strategic Management Meeting with key stakeholders from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The event is scheduled to take place on the 23rd and 24th of October 2024, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Isaac John Street, GRA Ikeja, Lagos.
This meeting will provide a platform for critical discussions aimed at enhancing coordination among law enforcement agencies, improving prosecution processes, and ensuring compliance with legal protocols across the state. Key stakeholders from the Nigerian Police, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigerian Correctional Service, and other agencies will be present to discuss ongoing challenges in law enforcement and prosecution.
The first day will begin with an Opening Ceremony introduced by the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, with remarks from Mr. Governor. The main sessions will focus on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Criminal Justice, with keynote speaker Justice Mojisola Olatoregun (Rtd), and discussants including the Director of Public Prosecutions, Chairman of EFCC, Chairman of ICPC, AIG Zone 2 Lagos, and the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service.
The second day will include sessions focused on the Lands and Environment Family, with participation from the Lands Bureau, NTDA, LASEPA, and other agencies. Discussions will center on the harmonization of MDA operations to improve service delivery and reduce government liability exposure in land administration and environmental management. A dedicated session will also address Chieftaincy Matters and the future of Local Government Administration in Lagos State, with the Oba of Lagos or his representative delivering the keynote address.
The Lagos State Attorney General, Mr. Lawal Pedro SAN, will also use this opportunity to engage with senior officials of the Ministry and review its performance over the past year. Speaking ahead of the event, Mr. Pedro noted:
“This meeting is critical for further aligning our objectives with the THEMES PLUS AGENDA of the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, to improve on how we enforce and prosecute cases across sectors. We aim to develop actionable strategies that will drive more efficient legal processes and ensure that all enforcement actions are properly coordinated.”
The press is invited to a media briefing scheduled for October 21, 2024, at 10:00 AM, at the Ministry of Justice Conference Room, Alausa, Ikeja. The briefing will highlight the Ministry’s achievements over the past year and provide an overview of the objectives and expected outcomes of the Strategic Management Meeting.
For media inquiries, please contact the Public Affairs Department at the Ministry of Justice.
Mrs. Grace Alo
Director, Public Affairs
Lagos State Ministry of Justice
20/10/24