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CJN Bans Use of 'Barrister' Title by Lawyers

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The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has directed lawyers, court officials, and other personnel to stop using the title 'Barrister' as a name prefix at the Supreme Court, effective immediately. The directive aims to uphold professional standards within the apex court. The CJN described the practice as inappropriate and inconsistent with expected professionalism.

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    Nigeria's Supreme Court Bans Lawyers From Using 'Barrister' As Title I...

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    Nigerian Lawyers Barred From Using 'Barrister' Title https://t.co/Dq6p...

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    CJN bans use of ‘Barrister’ title as name prefix at Supreme Court The...

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    CJN bans use of ‘Barrister’ title by lawyers, others Chief Justice of...

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