Katsina, Funtua, and Daura have decided on a new avenue to improve access to justice, particularly for individuals and small businesses.
This move, aligned with the state administration’s commitment to creating an investor-friendly climate, involves efficient and transparent dispute resolution mechanisms.
During the official inauguration at the Katsina State High Court, Governor Malam Dikko Radda emphasised that these courts empower citizens to seek legal redress and resolve disputes more efficiently.
Represented by Alhaji Ibrahim Jikamshi, the Director General of the Katsina Investment Promotion Agency (KIPA), the governor highlighted the essential role of these courts in providing quick and cost-effective resolutions for disputes involving small amounts of money.
Jikamshi, recognising the transformative impact of the courts on creating an inclusive and investor-friendly environment, stated that they play a pivotal role in building confidence among investors, encouraging entrepreneurship, and promoting economic development.
Additionally, he announced that Katsina State holds the fifth position in the sub-nationals ranking by the Ease of Doing Business Council.
Speaking at the inauguration, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Special Advisor to the President on Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) and Investment, commended the State Chief Judge and the judiciary for the successful commissioning of the small claims courts.
In his remark, the Chief Judge of Katsina State, Hon. Justice Musa Danladi, stressed the importance of keeping the judiciary aligned with the digital era for quicker justice dispensation.
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