Mr Fagbemi said the harmonisation of the law would prevent offenders from exploiting legal loopholes by moving between jurisdictions, a tactic commonly known as 'forum shopping.'
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“This harmonised approach will ensure that no jurisdiction offers an escape route for offenders, leading to greater accountability and contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic development,” Mr Fagbemi said on Tuesday at the opening of a three-day technical session on the review and validation of the National Minimum Standard Document for implementing the ACJA.
The ACJA was enacted in 2015 to modernise and address inefficiencies and delays in criminal proceedings in the country. The National Working Group, comprising government officials, legal practitioners, and representatives from civil society, is tasked with aligning the implementation of the ACJA with the new minimum standards.
Beyond the gaps in enforcement, there is also the issue of victim compensation and restitution—critical components of the ACJA that remain underutilised. Although the law provides for compensation for victims of crime, awareness of these provisions remains low, particularly among law enforcement, lawyers, and judicial officers. In practice, few victims ever receive the restitution they are entitled to, and the absence of a dedicated compensation fund further complicates the matter.
The AGF praised the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, led by Yemi Akinseye-George, SAN, for its pivotal role in shaping the National Minimum Standards.
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