The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission says the Alternative Dispute Resolution is pivotal to Nigeria’s legal system and vital to resolving Electoral Disputes.
While formal dispute resolution processes in elections are vital to upholding the rule of law, the introduction of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms may be beneficial, particularly in fragile and post-conflict states or new democracies.
It is these mechanisms that are used to resolve disputes quickly to avoid violence and address matters with lack of trust in the judiciary.
Also present at this workshop were representatives of the Lagos multi door court house who educated key players in election at the grassroots on the importance of mediation in addressing electoral conflicts.
While pledging the Commission’s commitment to free, fair, credible and inclusive Council polls, the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission promised to continue to build and sustain its integrity as an impartial body recognised for excellence in electoral administration.
