Law students from Caleb University's College of Law have clinched top honours at the inaugural JURITRUST Centre Administration of Criminal Justice Academy Moot Competition, finishing as the Overall Best School in South West Nigeria and placing third nationally. The event was held at the Continental Hotel in Abuja and drew law faculties from across the country, all competing to demonstrate their mastery of advocacy and the Administration of Criminal Justice Act.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, credited the victory to the university's dedication to academic excellence and practical legal training. "This outstanding performance is a clear validation of our vision to raise globally competitive legal professionals. Our students have once again demonstrated that Caleb University is a hub of excellence, discipline, and intellectual depth," he said.

The Dean of the College of Law, Dr Olugbenga Asaju, equally commended the students for their showing. "Our students displayed exceptional courtroom dexterity, sound legal reasoning, and confidence under pressure. This achievement is a product of deliberate mentorship, structured training, and a culture of excellence embedded in our college," he noted.

The winning team received a ceremonial cheque of ₦200,000 in recognition of their accomplishment. The competition, supported by the MacArthur Foundation, is designed to strengthen clinical legal education and deepen students' understanding of justice administration in Nigeria. It is authenticated by Prof. Adedeji Adekunle SAN, Chief Executive Officer of the JURITRUST Centre.