Kano equips 110 state counsel with laptops

The Kano State Government has given laptops to 110 state counsel as part of steps to modernise the justice system.

The State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Haruna Dederi, made this disclosure at the closing ceremony of a retreat organised by the Ministry of Justice, with the them “Strengthening the Capacity of State Legal Counsel on the Use of Technology Using a Multiple Soft Wire for Virtual Court Sitting.”

Speaking at the event, Dederi emphasised the significance of the initiative, stating, “The provision of cutting-edge technology is essential and would enhance the efficiency and productivity of the state’s legal team, enabling them to deliver justice more effectively.”

The Public Relations Officer of the Ministry of Justice, Aminu Bello Sani, also highlighted the impact of the move, saying, “The move demonstrates the government’s commitment to improving the justice system by providing modern tools to its legal counsel.”

Dederi reiterated that this technological upgrade is part of the state government’s broader strategy to strengthen its justice system, ensuring seamless documentation and legal proceedings.

He noted that the capacity-building programme was designed to bridge operational gaps in areas such as artificial intelligence, forensic investigation, and server security, ultimately enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal sector.

He commended the Kano State Government for equipping all state legal counsel with laptops and essential working materials, describing it as a historic development and the first of its kind in the ministry’s history.

Recalling the government’s recent efforts to address manpower shortages, Dederi stated that Governor Abba Yusuf had recently employed 70 new lawyers.

He added that arrangements were in place to increase this number to 100 or more to further strengthen legal services in the state.

The Attorney-General also praised Governor Yusuf for providing the necessary funds and an enabling environment for the Ministry to organize the retreat, saying, “We have learned a lot, especially in the area of technology in the dispensation of justice.”

He urged participants to apply the knowledge gained from the training in their daily work to improve the state’s judicial processes.

Noted.