Sanwo-Olu Commissions Judicial Facilities In Ketu, Ikorodu
By Felix Kuyinu
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commissioned two Judicial infrastructural projects to strengthen the judicial sector in the area.
Sanwo-Olu, at the commissioning of the facilities – a Deputy Sheriff Warehouse in Majidun, Ikorodu alongside a Magistrates’ Official Quarters in Ketu, Lagos disclosed that the initiative aims at promoting rule of law, ensuring positive administration of justice alongside.
The Governor stated that the facilities which include a 34 newly built three-bedroom flats as official residences for magistrates will ensure a dignified housing in support of judicial independence and performance to enable them focus on their vital role without the distraction of housing insecurity.
“These are not just buildings but a reaffirment of Lagos State’s dedication to judicial reform and institutional development,” Sanwo-Olu noted.
“These projects as a clear statement of intent to show that the government understands the importance of structure in justice delivery.
“The warehouse is a critical step toward transparent and secure handling of court-ordered property executions. These milestones further our vision of a Lagos where justice is accessible, efficient, and fair. We are building a judiciary that inspires confidence, protects rights, and serves as a cornerstone of democracy”.
He lauded the ongoing efforts to amend the Lagos State Tenancy Law, aimed at addressing rent-related challenges and fast-tracking tenancy dispute resolution.
