Justice Oputa High Court Complex, New Owerri (off Port-Harcourt Road), Owerri
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Justice that Works. Law that Serves. Upholding Rights.

The Ministry of Justice & Attorney General is the legal backbone of Imo State, committed to upholding the rule of law, promoting justice, and safeguarding the rights of all citizens.

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Serving Justice Since 1976
Local government administration and community development

Overview of the Ministry of Justice & Attorney General

Welcome to the official website of the Imo State Ministry of Justice and Attorney General. As the legal backbone of governance, we are committed to upholding the rule of law, promoting justice, and safeguarding the rights of all citizens. Established in 1976 alongside the creation of Imo State, our ministry operates through a robust judicial framework that ensures accessible and efficient justice delivery across all local government areas. Through innovation, legal integrity, and digital transformation, we strive to build a justice system that is transparent, accountable, and people-centered.

Welcome from the Honorable Attorney General

“On behalf of the Imo State Ministry of Justice, I welcome you to our official website. As the Chief Law Officer of the state, I am committed to ensuring that justice is not only done but is seen to be done in all our courts and legal processes.”

Our ministry is at the forefront of judicial reforms, digital transformation of court processes, and ensuring access to justice for all citizens. We are working tirelessly to modernize our legal framework, enhance the capacity of our judicial officers, and implement innovative solutions to improve the efficiency of our justice delivery system.

I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our services, ongoing projects, and how we are working to uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of all Imo citizens. Together, we can build a justice system that is fair, efficient, and accessible to all.“

Chief Kenneth Okafor - Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs

Our Key Priorities

Judicial Reforms

Modernizing court procedures, introducing automation, and promoting alternative dispute resolution to enhance access to justice.

Human Rights Protection

Upholding constitutional safeguards and ensuring equal protection under the law for all citizens of Imo State.

Legal Education

Enhancing public legal awareness and providing continuous training for judicial officers and legal practitioners.

Our Partners in Justice

We collaborate with leading legal and judicial organizations to enhance justice delivery in Imo State.

Nigerian Bar Association
Legal Aid Council
National Judicial Council
International Federation of Women Lawyers
UN Office on Drugs and Crime

Partner in Legal Excellence & Community Justice

Collaborate with us to enhance court efficiency, promote alternative dispute resolution, and bring justice closer to every community in Imo State.