not a playground for political gamesmanship. Yet, in Nigeria, a trou - that clogs dockets and slows the administration of justice for genuine disputes. bling pattern has taken root: politicians increasingly weaponise the judi - Responsibility does not rest with politicians alone. Members of the Bar cial process, filing frivolous suits and initiating parallel actions in courts of who facilitate these tactics must also be held to account. The ethical duty coordinate jurisdiction in pursuit of tactical advantage rather than justice. of counsel is not merely to win cases, but to uphold the integri…
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F ready burdened by heavy caseloads, are further strained by avoidable litigation
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‘TOPe FaSua
PM News Correspondent
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