BPD and UNICEF Advocate Child Justice Programme in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Council

The Bureau of the Public Defender has stepped up its campaign in partnership with UNICEF to institutionalise diversion centres across Lagos State. A recent visit to Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Council aimed to secure local ownership of alternatives to formal prosecution for children in conflict with the law. A delegation led by a BPD Deputy Director and the Bureau’s UNICEF programme officer met council officials to discuss strengthening child-friendly justice. They outlined plans to train local staff, build diversion centre capacity and promote rehabilitation and reintegration. This advocacy follows similar engagements in Alimosho and Lagos Mainland councils. The goal is to ensure every local government adopts effective diversion programmes that protect children’s rights and reduce unnecessary exposure to the criminal justice system.

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