Plateau: The Chairman of the Nigerian Law Reform Commission (NLRC) has announced plans to collaborate with the Plateau Government to enhance justice sector reforms and promote good governance in the state.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Prof. Dakas Dakas, SAN, revealed this initiative during a meeting with Plateau’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Philemon Daffi, who led a delegation to visit the commission. Dakas expressed the commission’s eagerness to explore partnerships that would be mutually advantageous.
During the meeting, Dakas addressed concerns raised by the Attorney-General about Section 7 of the commission’s establishment Act. He shared his commitment to activating this section, emphasizing the commission’s readiness to engage with subnational entities for stronger collaboration.
In a significant policy shift, Dakas announced the abolition of the system of numbered titles for commissioners within the NLRC. Previously, commissioners were designated as ‘commissioner one, commissioner two, and commissioner three’ based on order of appointment or seniority. Moving forward, they will be assigned specific portfolios, aligning responsibilities with their roles to enhance efficiency.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that this change aims to clarify roles and responsibilities, ensuring commissioners can contribute effectively to the commission’s objectives. Dakas commended the Plateau Attorney-General for initiating the partnership, recognizing the potential benefits for both federal and state law reform efforts.
The Plateau Attorney-General expressed the state’s intent to engage with the federal commission for continuous legal reform. He emphasized the importance of activating Section 7 of the NLRC’s establishment Act to facilitate collaboration with subnational entities.
NAN notes that the NLRC, established in 1979, is tasked with reviewing and reforming federal laws to align with contemporary societal norms and needs in Nigeria. Its functions include codifying laws, eliminating anomalies, repealing obsolete laws, simplifying legal processes, and encouraging public participation in legal reforms.