Legal Aid Council, Nigeria (LAC) was established pursuant to the promulgation of Legal Aid Decree No. 56 of 1976 that became Legal Aid Act Cap L9, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004. This was repealed for the enabling and substantive Legal Aid Act 2011. The enabling law expanded the scope of the mandate of LAC to provide free legal assistance and representation, Legal advice and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to indigent Nigerians in conflict with the law as to enhance access to Justice in Nigeria.
This mandate of the Council is found in section 8 of the Legal Aid Act 2011 and more specifically as listed in the 2nd Schedule of the Act.
MISSION
To build a new Nigerian nation where there is equal access to justice for all irrespective of means and where all Constitutional rights are respected, protected and defended to ensure justice for all.
VISION
To remain the leading and pro-active provider of free, qualitative and timely legal aid services in Nigeria, ensuring social justice and the emancipation of the oppressed, reprieve to the weak and vulnerable thereby giving voice to the voiceless.
LEGAL AID COUNCIL HEADQUARTERS:
No.22 Port Harcourt Crescent,
off Gimbiya Street,
Area 11,
Garki Abuja, Nigeria
Email: [email protected]
website: www.legalaidcouncil.gov.ng