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Once the rule of law is disregarded, there is no democracy. What we have is a system gradually descending into a state of brute life, anarchy, and chaos.

— Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo

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Don’t confine yourself to the style of charge and bail lawyers. Explore new areas or fields in your legal practice to make a positive impact on the profession and society at large.

Nobody should be under the illusion that Nigeria is a democratic society. We are only dressed in civilian attire, but there is no real democracy here.

It is really unfortunate that the real legal profession is dying and fading away. The judiciary itself has become so corrupt; it has become so unfortunate. I am afraid the judiciary is no longer the hope of the common man.

I believe that at this stage of my life, I owe society—it no longer owes me. That is my guiding principle. Whatever I can do to contribute, I will continue to do.

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