Obasa calls for united front on cybersecurity, AI in judiciary

Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt Hon (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa, has called on the state judiciary to work more closely with other arms of government to confront cybersecurity threats within an AI-driven justice system.

Dr Obasa made the call on Tuesday, September 23, at the 2025/26 New Legal Year Summit of the Lagos State Judiciary, held at the MUSON Centre, Onikan.

The event was themed “Cybersecurity in an AI-Driven Justice System: The Bar, The Bench, and Ethical Concerns.”

Commending the judiciary for its commitment to justice delivery, the Speaker stressed that collaboration was essential in protecting the rights and interests of Lagosians in a fast-changing technological era.

“It is imperative for all arms of government, particularly the judiciary, to synergise in tackling the challenges posed by cybersecurity. We must ensure that the legal framework adapts to the rapidly evolving technological landscape to safeguard the rights and interests of Lagosians,” Obasa said.

He further assured that the Assembly would continue to provide the facilities and support needed to enhance justice delivery.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Lawal Pedro (SAN), also emphasised the importance of aligning technology with ethics and governance. He warned that the integration of AI into the judiciary must be managed carefully to maintain public trust.

“The integration of AI into our justice system presents both opportunities and challenges. We must ensure that our ethical standards evolve in tandem with technological advancements,” Pedro remarked.

Professor Lanre Fagbohun (SAN), former Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University, urged legal stakeholders to embrace AI rather than fear it, noting that it should be deployed as a tool to strengthen judicial processes.

The summit brought together legal experts, policymakers, and judicial officers to deliberate on the intersection of technology, law, and ethics, setting the tone for the new legal year in Lagos State.