The Body of Benchers, Nigeria, the body responsible for regulation of Law education, has barred parents and guardians from the September 15 the call to Bar ceremony for successful students who sat for the January 2020 Bar final examination of the Nigerian Law School (NLS).
In a notice sent to all students who are to be called to bar, the Body of Benchers said, in a notice to all its members advised parents to watch the ceremony on national televisions and social media platforms as part of guidelines to curb COVID-19.
The event would be held at the Eagle Square, Abuja
The notice signed by the body’s Secretary, Mrs. H. A. Turaki, reads: “Notice to call to Bar ceremonies for the January 2020 Bar final examination (2019/2020) backlog set.
“This is to notify members of the Body of Benchers and aspirants to the Bar that the call to Bar ceremonies for candidates in the January 2020 Bar final examination is scheduled as follows:
Date: Tuesday 15th September, 2020
Time: 10am prompt
Venue: Eagle Square, Abuja
“The choice of the Eagle Square was made due to its semblance with the National Stadium, since it is an open-spaced facility.
“It will give room for better ventilation considering the guidelines on curbing the spread of Covid-19 virus.
“We regret to inform the parents/guardians of the aspirants and the general public that the ceremony is strictly for the aspirants.
“However, parents/guardians are advised to watch the ceremony through national television as there is going to be live streaming of the ceremony on national television and other social media platforms.
“Aspirants should note that they are required to be seated by 8:30am. Late coming will not be tolerated.”
