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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman, Ola Olukoyede, announced that more than 100 prominent lawyers are currently undergoing trials for various corruption-related allegations. This revelation was made during an event in Abuja attended by esteemed legal professionals.
The police have taken into custody Okoi Obono-Obla, a former aide to the president, on suspicions of forgery and deceit in relation to his legal qualifications. The arrest follows a formal complaint made to law enforcement authorities.
The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) has cautioned legal practitioners against the use of the title 'Blue Silk', as it is not recognized within the Nigerian legal framework. The LPPC reiterated that only the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) holds official status, emphasizing its commitment to uphold the integrity of the designation.
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has challenged Senior Advocates of Nigeria to maintain high ethical standards within the legal profession. He emphasized the importance of respecting the rank and ensuring self-regulation among peers.
