The Osun State House of Assembly has introduced the Osun State Multi-Door Court Establishment Bill, 2024.
The move by the Assembly according to a statement issued by Olamide Tiamiyu, the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Adewale Egbedun on Tuesday is aimed at reforming the judicial system in the state.
The bill, which was sponsored by Femi Popoola, representing Boripe-Boluwaduro State Constituency, seeks to implement Alternative Dispute Resolution, ADR, mechanisms that promise to alleviate the burden on traditional courts and ensure more timely and effective justice for citizens.
The statement highlighting key policy objectives presented by Popoola emphasised ”the bill’s potential to provide diverse options for dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration, and conciliation.”
His remarks were supported by fellow assembly members, who recognised the bill’s capacity to empower individuals in selecting the most suitable method for their unique circumstances.
The initiative, the statement added, “is designed to tackle the issue of case backlogs that have long plagued the judicial system, fostering amicable resolutions to conflicts and ultimately contributing to a more harmonious society.”
In his remark, the Speaker, Adewale Egbedun, highlighted the importance of the bill, noting that “it aligns with global best practices in judicial administration and reflects a commitment to modernizing the state’s legal framework.”
He said, “as the Osun State moves forward with this initiative, it is anticipated that the establishment of multi-door courts will lead to a more efficient and responsive judiciary, enhancing access to justice for all citizens.”
Egbedun noted that the introduction of the Osun State Multi-Door Court Establishment Bill is seen as a significant step toward improving the legal landscape in the region, and stakeholders are optimistic about its potential impact on the community.
