ASABA/Nigeria: Delta State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Mr. Omamuzo Erebe, has emphasized that the comprehensive Delta State Administration of Criminal Justice Law, comprising 730 sections spanning 615 pages, is designed to eradicate delays in the execution of criminal procedures.
Speaking during an interactive session with legal officers of the Ministry of Justice on the 2022 Administration of Criminal Justice Law, Erebe highlighted one of the key recommendations of the law, which promotes alternative dispute resolution as an alternative to resorting to court proceedings for matters that can be resolved amicably.
Erebe specifically addressed the challenges faced by victims of rape, acknowledging that appearing in court could be an arduous task for the affected women. In such cases, he suggested that their statements be recorded directly at the correctional center, providing a more accessible and comfortable environment for them.
The solicitor-general further recalled that the Administration of Criminal Justice Law received assent from the previous administration, led by Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, underscoring its focus on expediting the delivery of justice. He emphasized the importance of attorneys in the attorney-general’s chamber possessing a thorough understanding of the law’s mechanisms and applications.
To enhance knowledge and proficiency, Erebe announced that training sessions would be conducted in the Warri axis, urging participants to approach the training with dedication and seriousness.
Several attendees expressed their satisfaction with the workshop, stating that it equipped them with the necessary expertise to address contemporary challenges within the legal system. Mr. Anthony Orhororho praised the training as timely and essential in the pursuit of justice under the Delta State Administration of Criminal Justice 2022.
The resource persons facilitating the training session included Mr. Omamuzo Erebe, Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice; Mr. Anthony Orhororo, Director of Public Prosecution; Mr. Ernest Edowonyi, Head of the Public Defender Unit; and Mr. Jonah Otite, Head of Chambers of the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice.
