Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi convened a meeting with all state counsels in a pivotal gathering to address pressing concerns within the legal system.
During the meeting held at the conference room of the ministry
He highlighted several key issues affecting the efficiency and integrity of the Ministry.
One of the primary concerns according to him was the pervasive issue of punctuality and early closure where he expressed deep concern over the practices, emphasizing the need for a more disciplined to ensure timely and effective duty delivery.
The commissioner stressed the importance of commitment and professionalism among counsels aimed at upholding the integrity of the justice system identifying non-appearance in court and lack of diligent Prosecution as significant challenges hindering the legal process.
Barrister Dederi condemned in strong term corruption and called for a thorough investigation into such allegation affirming that the Ministry must be an institution of trust and free from any unethical practices.
He Expressed grave concern over reports of counsels collecting money before providing legal advice and releasing prisoners, saying such actions compromise the credibility of the legal system and erode public trust,
The State Attorney General charged counsels to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, emphasizing that the pursuit of justice must be unwavering and beyond reproach.
Barrister Dederi stressed his commitnent to fostering a justice system that operates with transparency, integrity, and dedication to the rule of law, saying the ministry will undertake immediate actions to address the issues raised and restore public confidence in the legal processes.
