- Court of Appeal deploys 40 justices to hear 360 appeals in Lagos
- Cautioned lawyers and litigants against approaching the exercise casually
- Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa SAN commended the initiative and pledged the cooperation of lawyers to ensure speedy hearings
The President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, has announced that 360 appeals have been scheduled for hearing during a special one-week court session in Lagos.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the special sitting, which began on Monday, forms part of activities marking the 50th anniversary (golden jubilee) of the Court of Appeal. It brings together 40 Justices, sitting in 16 panels, drawn from different divisions of the court across the country.
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Justice Dongban-Mensem said the initiative reflects the court’s determination to improve efficiency in the justice delivery system, particularly in Lagos, which she described as carrying a significant share of appellate litigation nationwide.
“Today’s sitting reflects the court’s deliberate commitment to enhancing efficiency by addressing the growing volume of appeals,” she said.
She cautioned lawyers and litigants against approaching the exercise casually, stressing that only cases ready for hearing should be brought before the panels.
“This is not a vacation. Counsel must come fully prepared so we can maximise this opportunity,” the Court of Appeal President warned.
Justice Dongban-Mensem also called on the media and the public to support the judiciary by promoting accurate reporting and strengthening public confidence in the justice system.
“Judges are not magicians. They need evidence and honest participation for justice to be done,” she added.
Speaking on behalf of the legal profession, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa commended the initiative and pledged the cooperation of lawyers to ensure speedy hearings.
“We assure my Lords of our readiness to facilitate a speedy and expeditious hearing of all pending cases,” Adegboruwa said.
He also urged the government to improve funding and infrastructure for the judiciary, describing adequate support as critical to effective and timely justice delivery.
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