Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo SAN, Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice on Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 launched an online platform via the Ministry of Justice website where you can check the Status of Legal Advice, apply and Pay online for Certified True Copy of Legal Advice.
Our attention has been drawn to the above post and deemed it necessary to state the correct position and status of this case. The Defendant is charged alongside 4 others for the offence of Conspiracy to commit Robbery and Armed Robbery.
Lagos State Judiciary with Ministry of Justice recorded the first virtual court session to deliver the judgment of one Olalekan Hameed who was sentenced to death by hanging.
The Virtual Court Session which is in line with the COVID -19 pandemic period practice directive.
PRESS CONFERENCE ON PROPOSED
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PROTEST"
1. Our attention is drawn to the planned protest scheduled for Saturday February 13, 2021 at the Lekki Toll Gate for and against the opening of the Admiralty Toll Gate.
Governor Sanwo-Olu made a car presentation to Justice Isiaka Olushola Oluwa (Retired) who is 102 years old in recognition of his service to the State Judiciary.
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Today, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Moyosore Onigbanjo SAN represented the Governor of Lagos State at the Commissioning of two newly rehabilitated Schools:
Surulere Secondary School, S/L and Randle Junior Secondary School, Apapa
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The last adjourned date being February 2020. The matter was adjourned for the continuation of the trial.
We assure the public of our commitment to serving the people of Lagos State and promoting access to justice.
Judicial Panel of Inquiry and Restitution for Victims of SARS Related Abuses & Lekki Toll Gate Incident.
Please Note... Panel to also look into the Lekki Toll Gate incident and sit at a New Venue (LAGOS COURT OF ARBITRATION).
The matter is being prosecuted by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions and trial ongoing at the High Court. Contrary to the claim, the Defendant has at all material time in these proceedings been represented by a lawyer and has been present in Court,
The presentation was made on behalf of Governor Sanwo-Olu by the Attorney-General/Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo, SAN at his Ilupeju residence on Friday 14th of February 2020.
LAGOS STATE COMMENCES PUBLICATION OF DETAILS OF SEX OFFENDERS
In furtherance of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s zero tolerance to all forms of domestic and sexual violence, the State government has begun the publication of details of sex offenders in the state.
LAGOS COURT SENTENCES MAN TO 50 YEARS IMPRISONMENT FOR DEFILING 8-YEAR OLD GIRL
The Lagos State Sexual Offences Court, Ikeja on Monday, sentenced one Okechukwu Onyeakazi to 50 Years imprisonment for defiling 8- year old minor in Lagos.
If you have any issues concerning any form of illegal encroachment of your landed property within Lagos State you can always report it to the Lagos Special Task Force responsible for Land Grabbing under the Ministry of Justice.
Call 09096667123
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Any violator will therefore be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
6. Furthermore, any individual or corporate body who incites or condones any act leading to the destruction of public and private properties shall be prosecuted
LAGOS AUCTIONS 83 FORFEITED VEHICLES FOR VIOLATION OF STATE TRANSPORT LAW
The Lagos State Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the State TaskForce on Environmental and Special Offences on Monday, 8th February 2021, supervised the public auction of 83 forfeited vehicles
under the extant laws and in addition to any penalty the court might pronounce, such person or body will be liable to compensate for any damage which is as a result of the action or inaction of such person or body.
The Management and Staff of the Ministry of Justice, Rejoice with Mrs Ninilomo Bashar on her appointment by the Governor of Lagos State
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3. While the State recognises the importance of exercising the Rights to Peaceful protests, same cannot extend to blockage of roads and or preventing other members of the public from enjoying their Fundamental Rights to move freely within the State.
2. The State is aware of Sections 39 and 40 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) which guarantees the Rights to Freedom of Expression and Peaceful Assembly. However, such right does not permit the violation of the Rights of other citizens in the State.
The Courts will be closed from Thursday 24th December 2020 (except for hearing urgent cases or as maybe otherwise scheduled by the Court) and re-open on Mondayy 4th, January, 2021
The Witness Support Unit will still be available for support during this period.
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4. Any person or group with such desire to Protest must also bear in mind the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Health Regulations 2021 which prevents any gathering beyond 50 and other safety measures including but not limited to maintaining
PRESS RELEASE- Re Baba Ijesha case
This is to inform members of the public that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Team is actively following up on the Baba Ijesha’s case.
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7. The Nigeria Police is equally urged, that in responding to any protest, it should respect the rights of the citizen as guaranteed under the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and carry out their duties in accordance with the law.
The Entire MOJ Family mourn the passing to Glory of our dear Learned Colleague, Friend and Sister,
MRS ABIMBOLA ABOLANLE LOTO- CHUKWU,
Who was an Assistant Director at the Citizen's Mediation Centre (CMC).
Social Distancing & the use of face mask.
5. The Attorney General hereby enjoins everyone to ensure compliance with the COVID-19 Regulations and any other extant laws in the State. The right to protest peacefully does not exempt anyone from violating laws.
Today, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Moyosore Onigbanjo, SAN received in his Office at Ikeja, the Controller of the Correctional Facility, Ikoyi Command, CP Adebisi Adewale, who led top management Officers of the Command on a Courtesy visit this Wednesday
Lagos State recently passed a law on Unlawful Societies and Cultism.
The Law was passed by the Lagos State House of Assembly presided over by RT Hon. Mudashiru Obasa.
Swipe left to see a few pointers from the law.
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Judgment was delivered today by Hon. Justice A.O. Soladoye sitting at the Sexual Offences Court, Ikeja in the case of The State of Lagos vs Nura Asumoge ID/8124c/2018.
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Another great commendation! Our dear counsel, Mr. Tolani Rafiu Head of Ojokoro unit, Citizen Mediation Centre (CMC) was awarded Nigerian Rising Star Award for his contribution to the development of Law in Nigeria by Esq. Law Magazine on Friday 1st November, 2019.
Information is power. Here are some legal information you should be aware of on criminal matters.
BE INFORMED. BE EMPOWERED!
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The Human Rights Protection Unit under the Directorate of Citizens Rights accepts petitions on alleged human rights violations, offer advisory andreferral services from relevant non-governmental organization,
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PRESS STATEMENT BY LAGOS STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND COMMISSIONER FOR JUSTICE ON ALLEGED LAND GRABBING IN EJIGBO
The attention of the Lagos State Ministry of Justice has been drawn to a video that has gone viral in…
Any person who—
(a) breaks and enters the residence of another with intent to commit a felony in it; or
(b) having entered the residence of another with intent to commit a felony in it;
The Attorney General and his team humbly received the team from State Criminal and Investigation Department, Panti, led by DCP Fayoade Adegoke, DC, SCID today.
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Earlier today during the presentation of a
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million compensation by the Chairman, Lagos Judicial Panel, retired Justice Doris Okuwobi on behalf of the Lagos State Government to Mrs. Hannah Olugbodi,
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From June 2019 to December 2020 the Office of the Public Defender (OPD) has handled a total number of 31,442 cases and recovered in 36,335,269.38 naira on behalf of parties. A total of 675 judgements has been reached as well on behalf of its clients.
Are you a victim of sexual or domestic violence? Or do you need to speak to a psychologist? Our friendly Domestic Violence Response Team Centre is close to you. Visit any of our DSVRT Local centre today and receive an immediate help!
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IT'S A NEW WEEK!
Are you in Lagos?
Do you need a legal advice on a pressing issue?
Do not engage in self help that could lead to violence, it's against the Law
Contact The Public Advice Centre for proper guidance.
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This holiday season, let’s make it a point to cherish what’s truly important in our lives.
Merry Christmas from all of us at
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Please let’s continue to adhere to all Safety Protocol on COVID-19 this season. Remain safe.
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The Defendant was convicted for defiling a 13 year old girl on 3rd of April 2018 and sentenced to 25years imprisonment. The court ordered that the name of the Convict be entered in to Sexual Offenders Register in the State.
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Judgment was delivered on 8/2/21 by Hon. Justice S. Nwaka-Gbagi in the case of The State of Lagos V. Okechukwu Onyeakazi the defendant was convicted and sentence to 50 years imprisonment for the offence of defilement.
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This was disclosed to newsmen by the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), Mrs Titilola Vivour Adeniyi during a press conference at the agency's office.
MAN BAGS 25 YEARS IMPRISONMENT FOR DEFILEMENT
Hon. Justice Abiola Soladoye of the Sexual Offences Court Ikeja, yesterday, sentenced one Demola Williams to 25 years imprisonment.
Having found him guilty of Defilement of an Eleven year Old minor.
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topic, ‘Wearing of facemask, is it a human rights issue or not.’
The pupils of the Ayedere Ajibola Senior High School won the drama category of the competition while the pupils of the Doregos Private Academy won the first runner-up.
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MRS. ADENRERA OLAYINKA ADEYEMI NOW THE DIRECTOR PUBLIC PROSECUTION (DPP)
Mrs. Adenrera Olayinka Adeyemi has been appointed as the Director, Public Prosecution(DPP).
Doing the right thing like adhering to traffic laws, wearing your face mask, avoiding crowded areas, staying away from fraudulent activities even when you are not being watched, etc are a good measure of self integrity.
It's a new week, let's all be good law abiding citizens.
In a bid to promote easy and efficient tracking of the status of listed Cases and dates of Court sitting on such Cases, the Courtroom mail, on Friday, 22nd January, 2021
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From June 2019 to December 2020 the Directorate of Public Prosecutions has given a total number of 2,020 legal advice and gotten total of 440 judgements
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions can be reached via the details below;
Email: dpp
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Lagos State Ministry of Justice still renders some of our services remotes. Please contact us through our hotlines or email as seen in the flyers below for your complain.
... Serving you with integrity
“We’re sensitising children & their parents on child abuse, early marriage, and Lagos State is also in the process of reviewing the child rights law to ensure that the gaps that are within the child rights law can be filled and the rights of the children can be also protected.”
From June 2019 to December 2020 the Directorate of Civil Litigation has had 22 ruling in favour of the Lagos State Government & 40 judgements in favour of LASG.
The Directorate has reduced contingent liability for the Lagos State Government to up to N227,800,000.
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The Offence of defilement is contrary to section 137 of the Criminal of Lagos State.
With the launch of
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Toll-free free number you can now report cases of SGBV in your area call 08000333333.
HAPPY NEW MONTH!!!
The Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the Lagos State Judiciary will be having it's first virtual Bar-Bench Forum.
To register for the Bar-Bench Forum, visit:
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Are you a survivor of sexual violence? Please present yourself to the closest comprehensive primary health care centre to receive free medical assistance. Dial *6820# to receive immediate help. Don't forget that the Lagos State Domestic Violence Response Team is here for you.
On the 26th November, 2019, the Lagos State Government emphasised its commitment to ensure the safety and well-being of the girl child and women in the State, through an advocacy campaign tagged 'A Walk to Commit and Act Against Domestic Violence'.
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Lagos State Executive Council members at the State Showcase of the Nigeria Bar Association annual conference on Wednesday at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos.
Court Affirms Lagos State Motorcycle, Tricycle Restriction
The Court in its judgment assumed jurisdiction in the case on the premise that both the Federal High Court and State High Court exercise concurrent jurisdiction over Fundamental Human Right cases.
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To plead guilty or enter into a plea bargain negotiations when you commit an offence gives you more certainty of number of years you will serve.
You can submit a plea bargain application to the Office of the Hon. Attorney General via info
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The name of the suspect should appear, click on the name and the status of such advice can be viewed.
You can also apply for and pay online for the Certified True Copy of Legal Advice using the same method,
From June 2019 to December 2020 the Lagos State Special Offences Mobile Court has prosecuted 20119 cases. Also;
Willfull obstruction on highway - 2664
Stepping to pick passengers on highway - 1047
Use of BRT lite corridors - 982
Facing incoming traffic (one way) - 245
Click on certified true copy, register and complete the form, then upload your application on letterhead:
Within 2-3 working days, you will receive the electronic copy of the CTC of LA.
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LAGOS FROWNS AT ABUSE OF WIDOWS
The Lagos Administrator General and Public Trustee, Mrs Rotimi has warned that the State Government will not tolerate any form of abuse directed at widows in any part of the State.
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The Joint Legal Clinic team of the Lagos State Ministry of Justice received by the First Lady of Lagos State, Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu during a courtesy visit to the office of First Lady today at Lagos House, Ikeja.
Day 1: At the ongoing 3 days meeting with United Nations Delegation Spotlight on Violence Against Women and Girls holding from 5th to 7th, November, 2019 at Ministry of Justice, Alausa Secetariat, Ikeja…
LASG TO DIGITALISE COURTS IN OCTOBER
In its bid to ensure speedy dispensation of Justice in Lagos, the Governor Babajide Sanwo-olu led administration is set to welcome the digitization of Courts in the State.
The Judge held that the applicant who admitted being a Car owner and not a Motorcycle or Tricycle operator cannot complain of his right in any form being infringed upon.
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PRESS RELEASE
LASG TO REVIEW CHILD RIGHTS LAW
...review to fill gaps to better protect the Child
The Lagos State Government on Monday said processes are in place for the review of the state’s Child Rights Law, 2015.
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The Criminal Justice Sector Reform Committee Chaired by the Hon. Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice K. O Alogba, held a meeting today 24 June 2020 to deliberate on measures that will aid the continuous justice delivery in Criminal cases.
On his part, the Chairman of the State Taskforce, CSP Shola Jejeloye, while speaking with news men said the auction exercise was not meant to punish but to correct..