The Lagos State Ministry of Justice on Thursday 2nd -5th October held a 3 day Strategy Retreat for all Management Staff ,themed: “Transforming Potentials into Excellence: Reflect, Recalibrate, Collaborate”, at Green Legacy Resort, Abeokuta,Ogun State.
Declaring the retreat open, the Hon. Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro SAN, described the retreat as a unique opportunity to step away from routine tasks and reconnect with the Ministry’s vision.
According to him, retreat of this nature are not mere formalities but “incubators of legacy,” citing the 2011 Retreat which produced the Ministry’s Vision and Mission Statements that continue to guide its culture and operations to this day.
He recalled with pride how, earlier in the year, junior officers of the Ministry, including drivers, cleaners, and support staff;benefited from a two-day retreat on teamwork, time management, and service delivery, a tradition that was first introduced during his tenure as Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary.
Speaking on the significance of the 2025 Strategy Retreat, the AG emphasized that management officers are more than just administrators, but mentors, role models, and standard-bearers whose leadership shapes the Ministry’s culture and overall success.
Pedro highlighted the retreat’s theme, “Transforming Potentials into Excellence: Reflect, Recalibrate, Collaborate”, as both aspirational and instructional, urging participants to embrace excellence beyond competence, translate possibilities into tangible outcomes, and align their strategies with Mr. Governor’s vision for a Greater Lagos.
He also charged senior officers to recommit themselves to continuous learning, foster inter-departmental cooperation, maintain balance for personal effectiveness, and intentionally mentor younger counsel and officers for long-term institutional strength.
Speaking earlier,Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary, Mr. Hameed Oyenuga, in his remarks, commended the Hon. Attorney General for his exemplary leadership and vision. He described the retreat as a timely opportunity to reflect, refocus, and strengthen collaboration for improved service delivery in Justice Administration
Oyenuga expressed confidence that the discussions and resolutions from the retreat will further enhance the Ministry’s efficiency and advance the goal of a Greater Lagos.
The 2025 Strategy Retreat featured paper presentations from different departments and units, brainstorming breakout sessions, and an excursion to notable sites such as the historical Olumo Rock ,Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library and Museum.
The Ministry expressed confidence that the outcomes of the retreat will further build a culture where talent is refined, aligned,elevated into excellence and ensuring that both the ministry and the various departments are positioned to deliver sustainable impact and innovation.
