Kogi election: Group knocks senior lawyer over comments, calls for NBA sanctions

The Youth Advocacy Network has expressed deep concern over recent developments in the aftermath of the Kogi governorship election. The group queried the ethical breaches in the legal profession regarding the election, especially regarding comments made by some senior lawyers. In a statement signed by its convener, Comrade Seun Adeaanu, the group said: “As an […]

The Youth Advocacy Network has expressed deep concern over recent developments in the aftermath of the Kogi governorship election.

The group queried the ethical breaches in the legal profession regarding the election, especially regarding comments made by some senior lawyers.

In a statement signed by its convener, Comrade Seun Adeaanu, the group said: “As an organization committed to upholding justice and the rule of law, we emphasize the critical importance of maintaining impeccable standards of professional conduct among legal practitioners.

“It is imperative that lawyers adhere to ethical principles outlined in the Rules of Professional Conduct and uphold the integrity of the legal system.

“Recent events involving Jibrin Sam Okutepa, SAN, underscore the need for vigilance in ensuring ethical accountability within the legal profession. Okutepa’s actions, which appear to contradict established ethical standards, raise serious concerns about the integrity of legal practice in our society.

“The Youth Advocacy Network urges regulatory bodies such as the Nigerian Bar Association, the General Council of the Bar, the Body of Benchers, and the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee to address these ethical lapses.

“It is essential to safeguard the reputation and credibility of the legal profession and uphold public trust in the administration of justice.

“We call upon these regulatory bodies to conduct thorough investigations into the conduct of legal practitioners implicated in ethical breaches and to impose appropriate sanctions where necessary.

“Upholding the highest standards of professional conduct is paramount to preserving the integrity of the legal system and ensuring access to justice for all.”