The Federal High Court has officially launched its Electronic Filing (e-Filing) system in the Lagos Judicial Division, aiming to promote faster, more transparent, and technology-driven justice delivery in Nigeria. Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, speaking at the launch yesterday, emphasized that the era of cumbersome paper filing and manual court processes must transition to a modern digital system. He explained that the e-filing system is a necessary structural reform to strengthen judicial efficiency, transparency, and integrity, not merely a technological upgrade.
Benefits of the E-Filing System
Tsoho stated that the new platform would eliminate many delays and vulnerabilities associated with physical case filing. He warned that any system resistant to technological advancement risks becoming ineffective in a rapidly evolving digital economy. The Chief Judge further noted that the e-filing system would enhance accountability by leaving a digital trail for all processes, preventing issues like backdating. Additionally, the time between filing a case and its assignment to a judge would be reduced, significantly improving case management.
Support from Judicial Leaders
Meanwhile, Chief Judge of Borno State and Chairman of the National Judicial Council's Judicial Information Technology Policy Committee, Kashim Zannah, described the digitization of court processes as an urgent necessity. He underscored the importance of adopting technology to modernize the judiciary and ensure efficient service delivery.
Lagos State Safety Commission Commemorates World Safety Day
In another development, the Lagos State Safety Commission has called for stronger collaboration between government and industry players to improve workplace safety, as the state joined the global community to commemorate World Safety Day. In a statement yesterday, Director-General of the Commission, Lanre Mojola, said the yearly observance serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address workplace risks, particularly in emerging areas such as mental health and psychosocial well-being.
Focus on Psychosocial Health
Mojola noted that while progress has been made in reducing physical workplace hazards, organizations must now broaden their focus to include issues like stress, burnout, and poor work culture. This aligns with this year's theme, "Good Psychosocial Working Environments: A Pathway to Thriving Workers and Strong Organisations." According to him, the initiative, championed by the United Nations and the International Labour Organisation, offers stakeholders an opportunity to reassess safety standards and adopt preventive strategies that protect both the physical and mental health of workers.
