Work with security agencies to curb corrupt practices, ICPC chair tells lawyers

Bolaji Owasanoye, chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission , has called on lawyers to work with law enforcement agencies to curb graft in the country.

The spokesperson said Owasanoye was part of a panel that discussed ethics and professional conduct of lawyers.“The session focused on the new NBA rules and guidelines on anti-money laundering and terrorism financing, as well as underlining the role of the legal profession in the fight against the vices,” the statement reads.

“While quoting Rule 74 of the Rules of Professional Conduct for Legal Practitioners , he stated that it was mandatory for lawyers to report suspicious activities bordering on money laundering and related offences.“If you see something, say something. It is time to put practicable measures in place to walk the talk.

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