Chief Justice of Nigeria Bans Use of 'Barrister' Title by Lawyers
The Chief Justice of Nigeria has issued a directive banning lawyers from using the title 'Barrister' as a prefix to their names in official correspondence and at the Supreme Court.
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CJN bars lawyers from using ‘Barrister’ as title
The CJN directed that all concerned lawyers should discontinue the practice, which she described as inappropriate and unprofessional immediately. The post CJN bars lawyers from using ‘Barrister’ as title appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
By Ndidiamaka Ede
Read full article →Evening recap: CJN bans ‘Barrister’ title, police uncover fake, diplomatic number plate syndicate, other top stories
The judiciary, security and public sector reforms dominated today’s headlines as the Chief Justice of Nigeria barred lawyers from using the title “Barrister” as a name prefix at the Supreme Court, while the police uncovered a fake diplomatic number plate syndicate in the Federal Capital Territory. Also making headlines were the NNPC’s recruitment of over Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-cjn-bans-barrister-title-police-uncover-fake-diplomatic-number-plate-syndicate-other-top-stories/
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Read full article →CJN bars lawyers from using ‘Barrister’ title in official correspondence
The CJN also instructed heads of departments and unit heads in all tiers of courts in the country to ensure strict compliance with the directive. The post CJN bars lawyers from using ‘Barrister’ title in official correspondence appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Akinbayo Wahab
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