The Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art digital court building, describing the project as a landmark step toward modernising justice delivery in the state.
Speaking at the commissioning and special court session marking the 2025/2026 Legal Year of the Enugu State Judiciary at the state judicial complex on Monday, Mbah said technological integration combined with judicial financial autonomy—which is already in effect in the state—would ensure that the judiciary is not only independent in form but effective in practice.
“Our vision for the Enugu State Judiciary is one that is independent, efficient, technology-driven, and people-centred,” the governor stated, adding that the new facilities underscore his administration’s commitment to strengthening governance through modernisation.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, Mbah said the four ultra-modern court halls were designed to decongest existing facilities, enhance working conditions, and improve the dignity and efficiency of judicial proceedings.
“These halls are not mere buildings; they are purpose-built spaces equipped with digital recording systems, smart displays, secure data connectivity, and ergonomic designs that meet contemporary standards for modern courts. They reflect our commitment to creating an enabling environment for justice delivery,” Mbah said.
Chief Judge of Enugu State, Justice Raymond Ozoemena, praised the governor for his support and urged judicial officers to uphold integrity, the rule of law, and zero tolerance for corruption.
He highlighted the launch of a comprehensive digital justice platform that covers the High Court of Justice, Customary Court of Appeal, Chief Magistrates’ Courts, Customary Courts, the Multi-Door Courthouse, the Ministry of Justice, and key public-facing services including the Probate and Affidavit Sections.
“The judiciary’s role as the last hope of the common man places upon it the obligation to serve with renewed commitment,” Justice Ozoemena said.
“This transformation redefines how cases are filed, processed, heard, recorded, and concluded across the justice sector in Enugu State.”
State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Osinachi Nnajieze, lauded the governor’s transformative support, noting that it has positioned the justice sector as a pillar of good governance, economic growth, and social order.
He added that the Ministry of Justice has driven a digitalisation initiative in collaboration with the judiciary, introducing innovative solutions such as the e-Litigation System, e-Affidavit System, Virtual Court Hearing System, e-Probate, and e-Lis Pendens, alongside full e-filing, e-assessment, e-payment, and e-assignment of cases.
“In addition, we recruited and trained 39 Verbatim Court Reporters to enhance transcription accuracy in court proceedings,” Nnajieze said.
The commissioning of the digital court building marks a significant milestone in Enugu State’s journey toward a technology-enabled, efficient, and people-focused judiciary.
