By Suleiman Abubakar Rimi Uku Lafia
In a bid to reposition the Ministry of Justice for greater efficiency and service delivery, the Nasarawa State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Isaac Danladi, has called on staff of the ministry to recommit themselves to duty with renewed zeal and professionalism.
Speaking during a strategic meeting with directors and other staff members at the ministry headquarters in Lafia, Barr. Danladi emphasized the need for a change in attitude towards work, particularly among legal officers, whom he noted must lead by example.
"I'm not inheriting a bad workforce per se, but there's much to be desired and expected," the Attorney General stated. "One of the major challenges that has affected this ministry deeply is the lack of the right work attitude, and regrettably, some of our lawyers have not lived up to expectations."
He described the meeting as a continuation of several engagements held since he assumed office, aimed at fostering unity, accountability, and collaboration among staff. "We’ve held productive meetings with the directors and have built bridges of understanding. Today is about connecting with everyone knowing ourselves and reinforcing our shared vision."
Barr. Danladi disclosed that his review of the handover notes revealed several silent but critical issues that will be addressed systematically under his watch. He stressed that transformation takes deliberate effort and teamwork, adding, "What is worth doing is worth doing well. This meeting marks the beginning of rebuilding the Ministry of Justice into a model of excellence."
He urged all staff to introduce themselves during the meeting as part of efforts to enhance familiarity and collective responsibility.
In his remarks, the Acting Permanent Secretary and Solicitor General, Mohammed Adi Adoku, reiterated the importance of discipline and punctuality.
"As public servants, especially in the justice sector, we must understand that our job is not bound by strict closing hours. Sometimes we work beyond the usual time based on the demands of the day," he said.
He emphasized the need for staff to be consistently present at their duty posts, noting that the Commissioner may pay unscheduled visits. "Let’s take our duties seriously. You must be in your offices and always ready absence without reason will not be tolerated," he warned.
The meeting ended on a note of hope and commitment, with staff pledging their readiness to key into the reforms being championed by the new leadership.
