The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Afam Osigwe addressing young lawyers at the 2026 NBA Young Lawyers Forum Maiduguri Branch Summit. “When political actors realise they can shop for favourable judgments, the courts become battlegrounds rather than temples of justice. Daramola warned that democracy in the country remains fragile and must be protected through strict adherence to legal boundaries by all stakeholders, including judges, lawyers, political actors, and electoral authorities. Referencing the administration of Shehu Shagari, Daramola noted that judicial affirmation of electoral victory does not necessarily translate into political stability. He also emphasised the supremacy of the Constitution over all other laws, including the Electoral Act.

Source: Punch April 12, 2026 01:20 UTC