HON. JUSTICE MOSUNMOLA ARINOLA DIPEOLU, FICMC, FHNR
THE CHIEF JUDGE/CHAIRMAN OF THE JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION
Hon. Justice Mosunmola Arinola Dipeolu FICMC, FHNR was born on May 5, 1959. His Lordship attended St. Mary’s Primary School, Broad Street, Lagos, from 1965 to 1970 for primary education. In 1971, His Lordship proceeded to Abeokuta Girls’ Grammar School, Abeokuta, where His Lordship completed secondary education in 1976. Subsequently, His Lordship attended Ahmadiyya College, Agege, Lagos State, and obtained a Higher School Certificate in 1978.
Between January 1979 and February 1981, His Lordship pursued a Law degree (LLB) at the University of Buckingham, England. His Lordship later attended the Nigerian Law School, Victoria Island, Lagos, and was called to the Bar in July 1982. Following this, His Lordship completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme at the Nigerian Ports Authority, Broad Street, Lagos.
His Lordship attended the Redeemed Christian Church of God Mission School in 2015 while on National Assignment in Makurdi, Benue State. His Lordship obtained an Advanced Diploma Certificate in Theology from The Bible College, Redeemed Christian Church of God in July 2015. His Lordship also attended and obtained a Certificate from Christ The Redeemers Ministry School of Disciples between January and December 2004.
HON. JUSTICE M. A. DIPEOLU, FICMC, FHNR -
THE CHIEF JUDGE/CHAIRMAN OF THE JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION
Conferment of Life Bencher Rank
His Lordship was conferred with the rank of Life Bencher, the highest honor in the legal profession, by the Body of Benchers on March 5, 2025.
Professional Experience
Chief Judge, Ogun State Judiciary (October 22, 2018 – Present)
- Appointed as the Substantive Chief Judge of Ogun State, overseeing the administration of justice in the state judiciary.
- Leads judicial reforms, case management systems, and legal policy development in Ogun State.
High Court Judge, Ogun State Judiciary (May 4, 1999 – October 2018)
- Elevated to the High Court Bench after serving meritoriously as a Magistrate.
- Presided over high-profile civil and criminal cases, contributing to the development of jurisprudence in Ogun State.
Magistrate, Ogun State Judiciary (January 1985 – May 1999)
- Served as a Magistrate, adjudicating on various legal matters and rising through the ranks due to diligence and judicial excellence.
Law Officer, Lagos State Ministry of Justice (August 1982 – December 1984)
- Worked in different departments, providing legal advisory services and prosecuting cases on behalf of the state government.
Seminars, Workshops, and Conferences
His Lordship has attended numerous Workshops, Seminars, and Conferences both locally and internationally.
- Delivered papers at conferences and workshops organized by Rotary Club District 9110, Magistrates Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Branch, and for Presidents and Members of Customary Courts, Ogun State, among others.
Leadership & Professional Memberships
- Member – Body of Benchers (Life Bencher, 2025 – Present)
- Member – Board of Governors, National Judicial Institute
- President – Boys’ Scout of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter (2019 – Present)
- President – Ogun State Scout Council (Current)
- Chairman – Steering Committee, Ogun Multi-Door Court House (May 26, 2016 – October 2018)
- Chairman – Ogun State Bar and Bench Planning Committee (December 2011 – October 2018)
- Vice-President – National Association of Women Judges Nigeria (November 2010 – July 2013)
- President – Abeokuta Girls’ Grammar School Old Girls’ Association (November 2005 – April 2016)
- Member – Nigeria Bar Association (NBA)
- Member – International Bar Association (IBA)
- Member – International Women Judges’ Association
Awards & Recognitions
- Life Bencher – Highest Legal Profession Honor (March 5, 2025)
- Law Officer of Distinction – Lagos State Ministry of Justice (July 2006)
- Merit Award – Abeokuta Girls’ Grammar School Old Girls’ Association (2005 – 2016)
- Merit Award – All Nigeria Conference of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), Ogun State (2014)
- Meritorious Service Award – Nigerian Bar Association, Sagamu Branch (June 24, 2016)
Humanitarian & Religious Contributions
His Lordship is deeply committed to humanitarian causes and community development.
- Founder – Future Leaders’ Orphanage, providing care for orphans and vulnerable children.
- Scholarship Benefactor – Awards scholarships to indigent students up to the university level.
- Coordinator – Good Women Fellowship, Overcomers’ Zone, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Ogun Province 1, Abeokuta.
- Chairman – Building Committee, Overcomers’ Parish, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Abeokuta.
- Coordinator – Praying Mothers’ Union, Abeokuta (Meets every third Saturday of the month at His Lordship’s residence).
Personal Life & Interests
- His Lordship is passionate about children, music, and traveling.
- Hon. Justice Mosunmola Arinola Dipeolu is blessed with a biological son, grandchildren, and many adopted children.
