Nigerian Law School Warns Against Unauthorized Barrister Regalia

The Nigerian Law School, through its Director of Administration Aderonk Osho, has issued a notice warning candidates awaiting their call to the bar against the unauthorized wearing of barrister regalia, specifically wigs and gowns. The notice, made available on Tuesday, addresses an unacceptable trend where candidates circulate photographs and videos of themselves dressed in full legal attire on social media, portraying themselves as qualified legal practitioners.

This behavior contravenes Section 22 of the Legal Practitioners Act, which regulates the practice of legal practitioners in Nigeria. The Council of Legal Education has stated that such actions violate Rule 45 of the Rules of Professional Conduct.

Candidates are directed to immediately remove any offending posts and warned that failure to comply may result in disciplinary measures that could adversely affect their eligibility for call to the Nigerian Bar.