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Afikuyomi’s Firm Commences Training of Lawyers, Positions to Adopt TechLaw

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2 years ago

February 8, 2024

Eric

The Liberty Semper Fidelis, LP, a law firm based in Lagos and Abuja with correspondent offices in Accra, London and Atlanta, on Wednesday, February 7th, 2024, commenced a three-day workshop and retreat for its lawyers and other members of staff in a bold move aimed at preparing them for pioneering what is known as TechLaw in legal practice in the country.

A statement sign by the Principal Partner of the Firm, Senator Tokunbo Afikuyomi, and made available to The Boss, noted that the workshop which is being organised by the Centre for Legal Studies, the training arm of the law firm, has as its theme as ‘Transforming the Future of Law Practice’, and is ongoing at the Arcade Sinclair Suites in the Central Business District, Abuja

The statement also noted that resource persons for the training are drawn from prominent law firms, universities and legal institutions across Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

The statement further revealed that the focus will be on how the legal practice in Nigeria can adopt advanced use of technology in the delivery of justice in a similar manner as the financial services sector has used FinTech as a cutting edge application for improved service delivery.

“The workshop is to make us understand the Nigerian technology law landscape and appreciate the import of innovations like Artificial Intelligence (AI) in law and Justice. Thus, we will learn more about digital law, technology applications in law, and using new technology to improve our services to our clients and also help the justice sector of the economy to grow and comply with global best practices.

“We hope to use the workshop to set the standard for our slogan: ‘Faithful to the Brief’ by ensuring that all Partners and Associates know that we aim to ensure that technology becomes the driver for change and positive transformation in the practice of law”, Afikuyomi stated.

Among the resource persons leading discussions at the workshop are Dr. Gbenga Oduntan, an associate professor of international commercial law who also serves as Director of Studies and Chair of, the Research Ethics Advisory Group (REAG), Kent Law School, Elliot College, University of Kent Canterbury, UK, Mr. Olawale Fapohunda, SAN, former Attorney General of Ekiti State and managing partner, Legal Resources Consortium, and Mr. Adeniji Kazeem, SAN, principal partner, AK and Co., and former Attorney General of Lagos State.

Others include Dr. Titi Hameed, the Director (Academics), Nigeria Law School, Prof. Abiodun Adeniyi, Professor of Communications at the Baze University, Abuja, Dr. Emmanuel Olowononi, a Senior Lecturer at the Nigeria Law School, Abuja, Mr. Suraju Olanrewaju, chairman of HEDA Resource Centre and Civil Society Network Against Corruption (CSNAC), a coalition of anti-corruption organisations, Barr. Jude Igbanoi, Deputy Law Editor and Group Head, Legal and Compliance Services, THISDAY Group of Newspapers

Oduntan will speak on “Practice Research and Guidance on Cybersecurity and the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Domestic/International Litigation and Arbitration” as well as “Current Legal Issues and Aspects in Air and Space Law”. Fapohunda will address the workshop on “Utilising Press Presence and Social Media Positioning Successfully in Legal Practice”. Kazeem will address the workshop on “Managing a Modern Law Firm” while Hameed will handle the issue of “Ethics and Professional Responsibilities Required in Legal Practice”.

Suraju’s topic is “Perspectives Strategies on Current Legal Practice in the Area of Ethics and Anti-Corruption Law” while Adeniyi is to handle the issues of “Marketing and Communication Strategy for a Law Firm in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” as well as “Outdoor Team Building and Exercises Focussing on Effective Communication, Problem Solving and Collaboration”. Also, Olowononi will handle the issue of “Interfacing with Regulatory Agencies for Effective Corporate and Property Law Practice in Nigeria”.

According to Afikuyomi, the nation’s justice sector will gain from the workshop as the firm intends to send the various papers and submissions to relevant committees and sessions of the Nigerian Bar Association, Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and the leadership of the judiciary .

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Certificate Forgery: Group Seeks Tinubu’s Disqualification from 2027 Election

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June 29, 2026

Eric

The Centre for Reform and Public Advocacy (CFRPA) has filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Kano seeking the disqualification of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the 2027 presidential election over allegations of certificate forgery.

‎According to court documents seen by Daily Trust, the plaintiff alleged that Tinubu presented forged academic certificates from Chicago State University and a fake National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during the 2023 elections.

‎‎The suit, marked FHC/K/CS/312/2026, lists Tinubu, INEC, and Chicago State University as defendants.

‎The plaintiff contended that Tinubu never attended Government College Lagos as claimed, noting that the school was established in 1974, four years after Tinubu allegedly graduated.

The CSO further argued that Tinubu does not possess a valid secondary school certificate, which is the minimum constitutional requirement to contest for the presidency.

‎It claimed that INEC had failed to act on its petition dated June 19, 2026, demanding clarification on Tinubu’s eligibility.

‎‎In its statement of claims, the group referenced a 2023 U.S. court ruling in In Re: Application of Atiku Abubakar (No. 23 CV 05099), which compelled Chicago State University to release Tinubu’s academic records.

‎The plaintiff insisted those records revealed false entries and inconsistencies, including a forged University of Cambridge General Certificate of Education.

‎The prayers asked by the plaintiff included declaration of forgery against Tinubu’s Chicago State University certificate, issuance of an order directing INEC to disqualify him from the 2027 presidential election, directing CSU to strike Tinubu’s name from its records and perpetual injunction restraining INEC from uploading Tinubu’s name as a candidate.

‎The plaintiff also submitted affidavits of non-multiplicity of action, witness statements, and letters to the NYSC and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, demanding disclaimers on the alleged fake NYSC certificate.

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Lagos Island Red Cross Holds Annual Thanksgiving Service

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2 days ago

June 28, 2026

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By Eric Elezuo

The Lagos Island Division of the Nigerian Red Cross Society, has held its 2026 Annual Thanksgiving, to express gratitude for another year of provision of succor and comfort to as many that are in need.

The thanksgiving service, which was held at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, Lagos, on the last Sunday of June, was led by the Division Coordinator, Chief (Olori) Aderonke Elegushi.

Speaking to The Boss on the activities of the Island Division of the Red Cross over the years, Olori Elegushi noted that it has been a thing of joy to be at the forefront of releasing the milk of human kindness to as many that needs it, and when they need it.

Coordinator, Lagos Island Division Nigerian Red Cross Society, Chief (Olori) Aderonke Elegushi (m), Vice Coordinator Abimbola Adeshile (2nd left), Secretary Ajibola Adu (2md right) and Saheed Ayinde Yusuf (1st right)

“This is what I love to do, and this is what the Red Cross is all about; lending helping hand and spreading love across borders, especially here in Lagos Island.

“In everything, we won’t forget our Maker, the Almighty God, through whose power we are able to do the little and much we can do. That explains why we here today to give thanks as it’s a tradition every year,” Olori Elegushi said.

Olori Elegushi also noted that as an not for profit organization, the Society seeks support well-meaning Nigerians and Lagosians to come to their aid so that the gospel of continuous lending of helping hand to the needy will continue unabated.

“We also seek the support of well-meaning individuals, organizations, and the Church in our efforts to expand our humanitarian activities. With adequate funding and partnerships, we can organize first aid and health awareness programmes for public school students, train more volunteers, equip communities with emergency preparedness skills, and carry out outreach programmes that will positively impact lives across our society,” she concluded.

Olori Elegushi, who will soon join the octogenarian club, was accompanied at the thanksgiving event, by Vice Coordinator Abimbola Adeshile, Secretary Ajibola Adu, Saheed Ayinde Yusuf, and a host of other members, dressed in their sparkling white uniform.

The Red Cross Society is an international organizational saddled with the responsibility of providing healthcare services among other humanitarian services to the people of the world. The Society is domiciled in every part of the world.

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Insecurity: Adeboye, Oyedepo Urge More US Military Action in Nigeria

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2 days ago

June 28, 2026

Eric

The General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, and Founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, have thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for recent military action against terrorism in Nigeria, urging Washington to do more to halt the unrelenting attacks.

Both clerics spoke at the “Faith Heroes Award Gala” in Washington D.C. on June 26, 2026, organised by Save Nigeria Group USA, SNGUSA, with the US-Nigeria Civil Society Coalition.

The event honoured Trump, Congressmen Chris Smith and Riley Moore, and other advocates of religious freedom in Nigeria.

Addressing a packed audience of activists, policymakers and faith leaders at the Hilton Garden Inn, Capitol Hill, Adeboye said the scale of violence has moved beyond what any religious leader can handle alone.

“Terrorism is now at my doorstep,” he said. “If you want to help us, help us more.”

The RCCG leader, who had faced criticism for not speaking out earlier, said he chose “spiritual warfare” instead of public escalation. He noted that Trump’s December strikes on terrorist camps did not surprise him because the U.S. President had warned of consequences.