Edo State Ministry Of Justice Boosts Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
Edo State Ministry of Justice Boosts Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
Habiba Sam
The Edo State Ministry of Justice is strengthening the Citizens Mediation Centre and the Citizens Rights Department to enhance the justice sector's effectiveness.
According to Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Samson Osagie Esquire, the Governor Monday Okpebholo's administration is committed to ensuring the justice ministry promotes social harmony, peace, and swift access to justice.
The Citizens Mediation Centre offers free mediation services to vulnerable citizens, providing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism.
The Citizens Rights Department has successfully intervened in 393 cases, including landlord-tenant disputes, domestic violence, and human rights violations.
Key achievements of the ministry include:Alternative Dispute Resolution,where 103 cases settled through mediation, preventing unnecessary litigation.
"Our Citizens' Support initiative has successfully addressed 217 general complaints from citizens who were victims of injustice, oppression, and corruption, providing them with a voice and a pathway to resolution".
The ministry has therefore released helplines, which includes (08074388080 and 07087058094) for judicial support.
By enhancing these mechanisms, the Edo State Ministry of Justice aims to foster a more efficient and accessible justice system.
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