HB.1154·House of Representatives·introduced 26 May 2026·last action 2 months ago
Legal Practitioners Bill, 2017
Introduced
Progress through legislature13%
Overview
- Chamber
- House of Representatives
- Current stage
- Introduced
- Introduced
- 26 May 2026
- Last action
- 26 May 2026
Plain English
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The Legal Practitioners Bill, 2017, aims to regulate the practice of law in Nigeria.
In plain English
The Legal Practitioners Bill, 2017, is a proposed law that seeks to govern the practice of law in Nigeria. The bill outlines the requirements for becoming a legal practitioner, the rules of professional conduct, and the disciplinary procedures for lawyers. It also establishes the Nigerian Bar Association as the regulatory body for legal practitioners in the country. The bill's objective is to ensure that lawyers in Nigeria are competent, ethical, and accountable to the public.
How it affects you
- As a citizen, you will have access to a more regulated and professional legal system.
- If you are a lawyer, you will be required to adhere to a strict code of conduct and ethics.
- The bill may lead to improved legal services and better protection of citizens' rights.
Arguments for
- Proponents of the bill argue that it will enhance the integrity and credibility of the legal profession in Nigeria.
- They also believe that the bill will help to protect the public from unqualified or unethical lawyers.
Arguments against
- Some critics argue that the bill may be too restrictive and could limit the ability of lawyers to practice freely.
Jargon buster
- Legal Practitioner
- A person who is qualified and authorized to practice law in Nigeria.
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Timeline
- Introduced26 May 2026current
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