Mohammed Idris Advocates for Judiciary Strengthening and ADR

The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced that the Federal Government is taking steps to strengthen Nigeria's judiciary and enhance access to justice while promoting alternative dispute resolution (ADR). This statement was made during a courtesy visit from Mr. Dapo Akinosun, SAN, Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators, in Abuja.

Idris emphasized that President Tinubu is supporting the judiciary through improved infrastructure, legislative reforms, and better welfare for judicial officers. He noted the increasing pressure on courts necessitates public awareness of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Idris expressed the Ministry's readiness to collaborate with the Institute on public education initiatives regarding arbitration and ADR. Akinosun highlighted that arbitration offers a credible alternative to litigation and invited the Minister to participate in training programs to enhance public understanding of ADR.

The Minister welcomed this proposal, indicating a commitment to work with NICArb to promote public enlightenment on these mechanisms.