“Unusual Court Directive Sparks Debate” — Magistrate Court Provides BP Readings, Bars Non-Compliant Lawyers, & Enforces Dress Code - TheNigeriaLawyer

“Unusual Court Directive Sparks Debate” — Magistrate Court Provides BP Readings, Bars Non-Compliant Lawyers, & Enforces Dress Code - TheNigeriaLawyer

The Choba Magistrate Court in Port Harcourt has instructed all lawyers appearing before the court to check their blood pressure (BP) every morning before court proceedings begin. The court has even made provisions to provide BP readings daily. The notice, signed by the court, states that failure to comply will result in the lawyer not being heard during the sitting. It also outlines additional requirements before lawyers can be heard, including …