{
  "id": 8967550,
  "title": "Sanwo-Olu Urges Judges to Guard Judiciary’s Independence",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/sanwo-olu-urges-judges-to-guard-judiciarys-independence",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-21T17:08:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/21/sanwo-olu-urges-judges-to-guard-judiciarys-independence/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lagos State Governor, Wale Sanwo-Olu, has urged judges and lawyers to safeguard the independence and integrity of the judiciary, emphasizing that the justice system must endure beyond personalities, political cycles and administrations. Sanwo-Olu, speaking at a special service marking the beginning of the 2026/2027 Legal Year of the Lagos State Judiciary, highlighted the importance of public confidence in the justice system for the stability and development of the state. He assured the judiciary of continued government support for improving access to justice and strengthening its administration. The governor also cautioned that while infrastructure, technology and institutional reforms were crucial, the ultimate strength of the justice system depended on the integrity and courage of those administering it. The Bishop of Lagos West Diocese, Right Rev. Dr James Odedeji, echoed the governor's message, warning against compromising professional responsibilities for personal, financial or professional interests. The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, pledged continued commitment to upholding the rule of law and encouraging constructive criticism for system improvements. The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, identified delays in case disposal as a major challenge, emphasizing the need for joint efforts from various stakeholders to protect rights, resolve disputes and build public confidence in the justice system.",
  "summary": "•Says justice system must endure beyond personalities, political cycles Wale Igbintade Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday charged judges and lawyers to protect the independence and integrity of the judiciary,",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}