The JusticeTechNG Hackathon & Accelerator Demo Day which was held on 17th February, 2026 in Abuja, brought together justice sector leaders, regulators, innovators, and technology experts to showcase solutions designed to support justice sector reform through technology.

Convened by the Office of the Special Assistant to the President on Justice Sector Reform and ICT/Digital and Innovative Technology, in partnership with Arravo, the event highlights the growing role of digital innovation within justice institutions.

Key highlights of the Demo Day included:

• Live demonstrations of justice-sector technology solutions

• Expert review and evaluation by judges and justice sector leaders

• JusticeTechNG Awards for Judicial and Institutional Leadership in Technology

• Engagement between innovators, courts, regulators, and justice institutions

The Cybersecurity Conversation

As justice institutions adopt more digital tools and platforms, the need for secure digital infrastructure becomes critical. Technology enables efficiency, transparency, and collaboration, but without strong cybersecurity practices, these benefits can be undermined by risks to data, systems, and trust.

During the event, Axendit engaged in discussions with justice sector stakeholders around digital trust services, particularly the role of secure digital signatures in modernising legal and judicial workflows. The adoption of legally compliant digital signatures can significantly reduce processing times, support remote proceedings, strengthen document integrity, and enhance auditability across courts and legal institutions. ecosystem.

Building Sustainable Innovation

Events like JusticeTechNG create valuable spaces for collaboration between innovators and institutional stakeholders. They help spotlight how technology can be applied to real-world challenges within the justice sector, while also reminding us that sustainable innovation requires secure systems.

Nigeria continues its journey toward digital transformation across public and private institutions, conversations around cybersecurity, data protection, and digital resilience must remain central. Axendit is committed to helping institutions navigate this journey securely. What do you see as the biggest cybersecurity challenge facing Nigeria's legal sector today?