Admin I Monday, August 18, 2025
IKEJA – The Lagos State Judiciary has unveiled the programme of activities to mark the commencement of the 2025/2026 Legal Year, under the leadership of the Honourable Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kareem Olanrewaju Alogba.
According to the official announcement, the new legal year celebrations will begin with Thanksgiving Services to be held simultaneously on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Central Mosque, Nnamdi Azikiwe Street, Lagos, and the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, Lagos.
The thanksgiving services are designed to usher in the new legal year with prayers and gratitude, while seeking divine direction for the judiciary in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities.
As part of the activities, the Judiciary will also host the 2025/2026 Legal Year Summit on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at The Shell Zenith Bank Hall, MUSON Center, Onikan, Lagos.
The summit will provide a platform for robust engagement among judges, lawyers, policymakers, and stakeholders on emerging issues in the administration of justice.
The Lagos State Judiciary emphasized that the annual event reaffirms its commitment to strengthening the rule of law, ensuring access to justice, and sustaining Lagos State’s position as a model of judicial excellence in Nigeria.
Members of the public, legal practitioners, and invited stakeholders are encouraged to participate fully in the activities.
For enquiries: Chief Registrar
