Mr. Tajudeen Adegbenga Elias has been formally confirmed as the Chief Registrar of the High Court of Lagos State, with his appointment taking effect from January 2, 2025.
An alumnus of Lagos State University, Ojo, Elias obtained his law degree in 1994 and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1996.
He began his legal career at the chambers of Sola Idowu, SAN & Co., where he practiced from 1997 to 1999 before transitioning into the judiciary as a Magistrate in the Lagos State Judiciary.
Over the years, Mr. Elias has built a distinguished career marked by steady progression and a wealth of experience in both judicial and administrative roles.
His service record included appointments as Coroner in the Ikeja Magisterial District, Chairman of the Family Court, and Deputy Chief Registrar (Administration) at the High Court in Ikeja.
Until his recent confirmation, he held the position of Acting Chief Registrar.
In addition to his judicial duties, Mr. Elias has actively pursued professional development.
He has attended international training programmes such as Judicial Case Management (October 2011) and Effective People Management (May–June 2012), both facilitated by RIPA International in London.
He also completed a judicial training programme at the National Judicial College, University of Nevada, Reno, in December 2006.
Mr. Elias plays a key role in the administrative structure of the Lagos State High Court.
He serves on multiple judicial committees and chairs several of them, furthering efforts to strengthen the delivery of justice across the state.
