The National Industrial Court holds a special place in Nigeria’s administration of justice. It has been at the forefront of promoting and safeguarding the rights of both employers and employees, ensuring that justice is served in matters relating to labour disputes and industrial relations. Its work is critical not only to the individuals and institutions that come before it but to the broader economy and society as a whole.
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SPEECH BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION AT THE SPECIAL SESSION OF THE SUPREME COURT TO MARK THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW LEGAL YEAR/CONFERMENT OF THE RANK OF SENIOR ADVOCATES OF NIGERIA
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As members of the Bar, we play an integral role in the administration of justice, and our contributions to labour justice cannot be overstated. In labour disputes, the quality of advocacy before the court has a direct impact on the outcomes of cases and, by extension, the health of our industrial relations system.
Afam Osigwe
We shall advocate for the computerization of the litigation process, including the full recording of court proceedings in all superior courts of record. Embracing technology is essential for the swift administration of justice and ensuring that our judicial system remains efficient and transparent.
To this end, the Nigerian Bar Association will also propose key Judicial Reforms, focusing on the following areas:
• Case Management and Scheduling with Time Slots: We will advocate for a more structured case management system where cases are scheduled with specific time slots to reduce the waiting time for both lawyers and litigants.
• Notification of Adjournments: We will work towards a system where lawyers are promptly notified of adjournments or changes in court schedules through electronic means, ensuring that they are better informed and prepared.
• Customized Email Addresses for Court Registries: In line with modernizing our judicial system, we propose that every court registry be assigned customized email addresses to facilitate smoother communication between the courts, lawyers, and litigants.
The NBA remains committed to improving access to justice by advocating for user-friendly courts, the prompt disposal of cases, and the quick dispensation of justice.
We shall work tirelessly to ensure that justice is administered without unnecessary delays, technicalities, or time-wasting applications for adjournments. In doing so, we hope to restore confidence in the judiciary as an institution that serves the best interests of justice.
Thank you.
MAZI AFAM OSIGWE, SAN
President, Nigerian Bar Association
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