By Kayode Olopade
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled the newly constructed commercial court of the high court of Lagos at Tapa, in Lagos Island which will serve as Institutional tool for enforcing physical and regulatory responsibility to the state and citizens.
The Governor described the new court as a game changer with cutting edged technology where economic barriers and business disputes would be addressed for economic growth believing the court would bring a new era in speedy dispensation of justice within months.
"This development is expected to enhance the state's judicial system, particularly in commercial dispute resolution.
The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state's efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery", Governor Sanwo-Olu said
The Attorney General and Commissioner For Justice Lawal Pedro SAN, said the State Government would continue to use the judiciary as a tool of economic growth in Lagos through the rule of law.
Pedro said the Lagos state revenue court would entertain matters on recovery of tax, levies, land use charges and prosecution of tax related issues.
Chief judge of Lagos, Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, said the edifice would be used for the administration of justice.
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