The Lagos State Law Reform Commission (LAWRECOM) has urged Nigerian Law School externs undergoing court attachment in Lagos to adopt a reform-oriented mindset aimed at strengthening justice delivery and public institutions.
Eko Hot News reports that the call was made during an interactive session with externs attached to the Court of Honourable Justice Abiola Soladoye at the Lagos High Court, Ikeja.
The Executive Secretary of LAWRECOM, Mrs. Oluyemisi Ogunlola, said court externship should be viewed as a bridge between legal education and professional practice.
She explained that the courtroom provides students with real-life exposure to how laws operate within justice institutions.
According to her, externs must move beyond observation and actively reflect on how legal processes can be improved for efficiency and fairness.
Mrs. Ogunlola noted that law students should pay attention to recurring challenges within the justice system, including procedural delays and access-to-justice barriers.
She said such experiences can help shape future reforms that improve governance and institutional performance.
The Executive Secretary emphasized that law reform is essential to ensuring that laws remain relevant, effective, and responsive to societal needs.
She explained that the Lagos State Law Reform Commission carries out continuous review and research to support legislative improvement.
Mrs. Ogunlola also highlighted that reforms can be triggered by court experiences, public feedback, policy changes, and technological advancements.
She introduced the Commission’s Reform Intelligence Desk (RID), designed to gather reform-related insights from courts and stakeholders.
She added that observations from externs could contribute meaningfully to future policy and legislative development.
Mrs. Ogunlola further outlined ongoing initiatives such as statewide law audits, codification of laws, and digital access to legal resources.
She also mentioned efforts to translate selected laws into Yoruba to improve public understanding and accessibility.
According to her, modern legal practice requires adaptability, innovation, and strong policy awareness.
She advised young lawyers to develop problem-solving skills that go beyond traditional legal interpretation.
Mrs. Ogunlola stressed that future legal professionals must be equipped to address complex societal and institutional challenges.
She added that ethics, integrity, and professionalism remain essential values for long-term success in the legal field.
The engagement formed part of an annual mentorship programme initiated by Justice Abiola Soladoye of the Lagos High Court.
The programme brings together legal practitioners and heads of government agencies to guide Law School externs on professional practice.
Participants also engaged in an interactive session where they shared reflections on their court attachment experiences.
They discussed the role of young lawyers in advancing justice sector reform and strengthening institutional development.
The session ended with renewed commitment to building a more responsive and efficient legal system in Lagos State.
