Understanding the Administration of Criminal Justice Act

The Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015 represents a watershed moment in the Nigerian criminal justice system. By consolidating the Criminal Procedure Act and Criminal Procedure Code, the ACJA introduced reforms that prioritise victim's rights, the speedy dispensation of justice and the rehabilitation of offenders. In this article, we examine the key provisions, the practical implications for litigators and how state legislatures have adapted these reforms in their respective ACJ Laws.