By Munachimso Obienyi
To stimulate the growth of the economy, the Federal Government needs to strengthen the capacity of the judicial system.
According to the Independent Shareholders Association of Nigeria (ISAN), the nation’s judicial system needs to be reformed in order to stabilize and stimulate the growth of the economy whilst taking advantage of Africa Free Trade.
Speaking during the ISAN 7th Triennial Delegates Conference in Lagos, the National Co-ordinator, ISAN, Dr. Anthony Omojola said one thing that distinguishes Nigeria from other developed countries is the judicial system.
The theme of the conference is “The Administration of Justice in Nigeria and Our Economy”.
According to him, there is a need to push for better funding of the judiciary and establish measures that will deter corrupt practices capable of hampering economic growth.
He said the nation should seek measures that are necessary and fundamental to the independence of the judiciary. He also called for improved service conditions for judiciary officers, adding that efficiency and transparency is needed in the system.
“For an economy that has witnessed three economic depressions within a decade, and still stands as the giant of Africa, Nigerians must be grateful to God,” he said.
Speaking further, Omojola maintained that the Triennial Delegates Conference is one of the major and important projects of the association.
