A warning has been issued to lawyers regarding their fee practices. The country's legal tender is the naira, and certain actions are considered unethical and illegal.
Lawyers found to have charged clients in foreign currency have been identified in two cases.
Further information on this matter can be found through Premium Times, which initially reported on the issue and the warning that was given to lawyers.
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