DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT
Ministry of Justice
Ensuring Accessible and Transparent Justice for a Better Society: Welcome to the Ministry of Justice.
Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN
Attorney-General & Commissioner for Justice
Our Vision
Our Vision is to maintain a legal system that is fair and accessible to all. We aim to develop a legal framework that ensures equal access to justice, regardless of individuals’ socioeconomic backgrounds. Our responsibility lies in profoundly influencing and maintaining the state’s legal infrastructure, guaranteeing the effective dispensation of justice, preserving the principle of law, and protecting the rights and interests of every person.
Our Mission
Promote expedited access to justice, uphold human rights, reinforce the supremacy of the rule of law, ensure the safety of all residents in Delta State, and encourage a flourishing economy and society through the conscientious development and implementation of policies, laws, and public services.
Our Mandate
The ministry has a mandate for legal governance and protection of rights, which plays a significant role in ensuring legal governance, protecting rights, and maintaining the rule of law within a nation. As a central institution responsible for the administration of justice, the ministry operates with a clear mandate to fulfill its core objectives.
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Making Justice Accessible
Equal access to justice is a fundamental principle that ensures fairness, equality, and the protection of rights within a society. However, numerous barriers often hinder individuals from fully exercising their legal rights and obtaining justice. Access to justice explores the importance of making justice accessible to all, identifies common barriers, and presents key strategies and initiatives aimed at removing these obstacles, thereby promoting equal access to legal remedies and fostering a more just society
Making justice accessible means removing barriers that prevent individuals from effectively engaging with the legal system and asserting their rights. It involves ensuring that legal processes, resources, and services are available, affordable, understandable, and free from discrimination.
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