Judges, lawyers, and technology experts have called for stronger safeguards, human oversight, and clear governance frameworks as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into Nigeria's justice system and wider public life. The call was made in Port Harcourt at the Legal Excellence & AI Leadership Symposium, held alongside the AI Justice Hackathon 2026 and the official launch of a book titled 'AI, Justice and the Rule of Law: The Denton-West Principles for AI Governance, Digital Sovereignty and Constitutional Democracy in Nigeria', edited by Obele Tom-George Akinniranye. The events formed part of activities marking the 80th birthday of Chief Hon. Justice Sotonye Denton-West, JCA (Emeritus), a former Justice of the Court of Appeal. The programme brought together members of the Judiciary, legal practitioners, academics, technology professionals, and other stakeholders to examine the implications of AI in the justice system.
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