SALEM UNIVERSITY LAW STUDENTS KICK OFF LAW WEEK WITH A MEMORABLE VISIT TO KOGI STATE HIGH COURT HEADQUARTERS

The 2025 Law Week of Salem University College of Law officially commenced with a highly impactful and educative visit to the High Court 1, Kogi State Judiciary Headquarters, Lokoja. 

The visit marked the first in a series of events designed to expose students to the practical workings of the legal system and strengthen their professional orientation.

Upon arrival, the law students and faculty members were warmly received by the Honourable Chief Judge of Kogi State, I Honourable Justice Josiah Joe Majebi.

 In a deeply inspiring welcome address, His Lordship expressed delight at the visit and took time to encourage the students on their journey into the legal profession.

 Drawing from his wealth of experience on the Bench, he emphasized the importance of discipline, integrity and ethics as core values that every aspiring legal practitioner must embody.


The Chief Judge particularly commended Salem University for its progressive approach to legal education, notably its inclusion of Legal Ethics and Legal Clinic as integral parts of the law curriculum.

 According to him, such initiatives are not only commendable but vital in shaping a new generation of lawyers who are both ethically sound and practically equipped even before their admission into the law school.

In an extraordinary gesture of mentorship, His Lordship went beyond the ceremonial and invited the students into the courtroom to witness two live proceedings scheduled for the day. 

What made this experience particularly profound was the Chief Judge’s willingness to explain—step by step—the processes involved in each matter before the court.

 From preliminary appearances to the application of procedural rules, the students were taken through the intricacies of courtroom practice in a manner that was both accessible and intellectually stimulating.

The visit provided a rare opportunity for direct engagement with the judiciary and left a lasting impression on the students. It not only bridged the gap between theory and practice but also reaffirmed the honour and responsibilities that come with the legal calling.

As Law Week continues, today’s court visit stands out as a powerful reminder of the relevance of experiential learning in legal education.

 It has set a high standard for the week ahead and rekindled in the students a deeper appreciation for the nobility and solemnity of the legal profession.

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