Lagos Judiciary Sets September 21 for New Legal Year
Stories by Steve Aya The Lagos State Judiciary has announced activities to mark the commencement of the 2026/2027 New Legal Year, with a Thanksgiving Service scheduled for September 21 and
The Lagos State Judiciary has announced plans to mark the start of the 2026/2027 New Legal Year, with a Thanksgiving Service on September 21 and a Legal Year Summit on September 22. According to a statement from the Chief Registrar, Mr Tajudeen Adegbenga Elias, the events are open to the Chief Judge of Lagos State, members of the Bench and Bar, and the general public.
The Thanksgiving Service will be held simultaneously at 10am on September 21 at the Central Mosque and Cathedral Church of Christ in Lagos, symbolizing the Judiciary's commitment to inclusivity and interfaith harmony. The Legal Year Summit will take place the following day at The Jewel Aeida in Lekki, with judicial officers, legal practitioners, policymakers, academics and other stakeholders expected to discuss matters affecting judicial administration in Lagos State and Nigeria.
The annual New Legal Year ceremony allows the Judiciary to assess the previous year, set goals for the upcoming year, and reaffirm its dedication to the rule of law and efficient justice delivery.
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