…Clinch Southwest Title, Place 3rd Nationally at JURITRUST Competition
….Win ₦200,000 Prize, Excel in Criminal Justice Advocacy
The College of Law, Caleb University, has recorded a major milestone, delivering an outstanding performance at the maiden edition of the JURITRUST Centre Administration of Criminal Justice Academy Moot Competition.
At the keenly contested event held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, the Caleb University team emerged as the Overall Best School in Southwest Nigeria and secured an impressive 3rd place nationally, outperforming several top law faculties from across the country.
Reacting to the achievement, the Vice Chancellor, Olalekan Asikhia, described the victory as a testament to the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and practical legal training. He noted that the feat reflects the university’s vision of producing globally competitive legal professionals.
“This outstanding performance validates our mission to nurture excellence, discipline, and intellectual depth. Our students have once again proven that Caleb University is a hub for quality legal education,” he said.
Also commending the team, the Dean of the College of Law, Olugbenga Asaju, praised the students’ resilience and advocacy skills. He highlighted their courtroom dexterity, sound legal reasoning, and composure under pressure as key factors behind their success.
The competition, supported by the MacArthur Foundation, is designed to strengthen clinical legal education and deepen students’ understanding of justice administration, particularly under the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA).
For their exceptional performance, the Caleb University team was awarded a ceremonial cheque of ₦200,000, underscoring the significance of their achievement.
The award was authenticated by Adedeji Adekunle, Chief Executive Officer of the JURITRUST Centre, who commended the team’s command of criminal procedure, persuasive advocacy, and confidence during rigorous judicial sessions.
In a statement, Olawale Adekoya, Information, Media and Publication Specialist, said the victory further cements Caleb University’s growing influence in legal education and its commitment to innovation and national relevance.
“This is not just a win for our students, but a strong statement about our rising impact in shaping the future of legal practice in Nigeria,” he noted.
The success is expected to boost the university’s participation in future national and international moot competitions, as it continues to build a formidable reputation in legal scholarship and advocacy.
The JURITRUST moot competition aims to promote legal excellence and support justice sector reforms by providing a platform for law students to tackle real-life legal challenges in a simulated courtroom environment.
