Anambra State has accelerated the digital transformation of its judiciary following a strategic partnership between LexTech Ecosystem Limited and the Anambra State Government to train and certify 41 verbatim court reporters in AI-powered transcription technology.
The second graduation ceremony of the programme, held at the High Court Hall in Awka, emphasised the state’s determination to modernise court processes and strengthen institutional efficiency through innovation.
The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to digitise judicial operations, reduce procedural delays, and improve the accuracy and integrity of court records.
By deploying AI-assisted speech-to-text technology in courtrooms, Anambra State aims to replace manual longhand note-taking with real-time, technology-enabled transcription that aligns with global best practices.
Speaking at the ceremony, LexTech Chief Executive Officer Emeka Albert described the graduation as “a consolidation of vision,” crediting the reform agenda championed by Governor Chukwuma Soludo for driving digital innovation across critical sectors, including the justice system.
He said the programme reflects a deliberate investment in human capital to support a technology-enabled judiciary capable of delivering faster and more transparent justice.
Albert also acknowledged the leadership of the Chief Judge of Anambra State, Onochie Anyaachebelu, for fostering openness to innovation within the judiciary. He praised the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Sylvia Ifemeje, as well as members of the Judicial ICT Committee and the Chief Registrar, for providing policy direction and institutional support critical to the project’s success.
At the heart of the training is LexScriptAI, an AI-assisted speech-to-text transcription solution developed to enhance the speed and precision of verbatim court reporting.
The newly certified reporters were trained extensively in the use of the technology, positioning them at the intersection of law and digital innovation.
According to LexTech, the integration of AI tools will significantly reduce transcription errors, strengthen appellate processes, and boost public confidence in judicial outcomes.
Representing Governor Soludo at the event, Professor Ifemeje reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to deploying digital tools to improve governance and public service delivery.
She urged the graduates to uphold professionalism and integrity in their new roles, noting that they have been equipped with cutting-edge skills to transcribe proceedings in real time.
The Attorney General was represented by the State Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice, Barrister Ngozi Iwouno.
Chief Judge Anyaachebelu commended the collaboration between LexTech and the state government, describing the programme as a transformative intervention in judicial administration.
He reminded the graduates that accurate court records are central to justice delivery, stressing that judges, lawyers, litigants, and appellate courts depend heavily on reliable transcripts.
He added that the newly trained reporters would undergo further orientation as they formally integrate into the judicial workforce.
The Principal of LexTech Verbatim Reporting Academy, Olumide Adeniran, said the 41 graduates had completed a rigorous and technically demanding programme designed to meet international standards.
He emphasised that beyond mastering AI-assisted transcription, the trainees were prepared to shoulder the responsibility of producing accurate, real-time records that underpin the credibility of the legal system.
Speaking on behalf of the graduating cohort, overall best trainee Mary-Jane Nwosu expressed gratitude to the state government and LexTech for the opportunity.
She pledged that the new professionals would uphold excellence, discipline, and ethical standards in the discharge of their duties as officers supporting the administration of justice.
The ceremony concluded with the presentation of awards, gifts, and souvenirs to outstanding trainees, in an event attended by judges, justice sector stakeholders, and members of the media. With the graduation of its second cohort of AI-certified verbatim court reporters, Anambra State signals that its journey toward a fully digital, future-ready judiciary is well underway.