Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro, SAN Shares Insightful Perspectives at NBA Lagos Joint Remuneration Townhall Meeting.

Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro, SAN Shares Insightful Perspectives at NBA Lagos Joint Remuneration Townhall Meeting. 

At the recent NBA Lagos State Branches Joint Remuneration Committee Townhall Meeting, the conversation on strengthening the enforcement of the Legal Practitioners Remuneration Order gained remarkable depth as Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro, SAN joined other distinguished speakers to examine practical pathways toward a unified compliance framework for Lagos lawyers.

The Townhall, themed “Enforcement of the Legal Practitioners Remuneration Order: Charting a Unified Compliance Framework for Lagos State,” brought together seasoned practitioners and bar leaders committed to building a more dignified, consistent, and sustainable professional environment.

Aare Akinboro’s Perspective: Enforcement Must Be a Collective Duty

Speaking on the realities of remuneration enforcement, Aare Akinboro emphasized that the strength of the Remuneration Order lies not just in its existence, but in the willingness of lawyers, both old and young to uphold it.

He noted that:

Compliance must be a shared responsibility, not a burden for committees alone.

Young lawyers must be empowered with knowledge on proper billing to avoid undervaluing themselves.

Law firms must embrace standardization to eliminate undercutting and unhealthy fee competition.

Branches should collaborate more closely, ensuring that the compliance culture is uniform, understood, and effectively implemented across Lagos State.

His contribution resonated strongly with participants, many of whom acknowledged the need for sustained awareness and consistent enforcement strategies.

Championing Dignity and Sustainability in Legal Practice

Aare Akinboro highlighted the bigger picture: remuneration enforcement is ultimately about professional dignity, economic sustainability, and the future of legal practice in Nigeria.

He reiterated that a thriving legal profession requires:

Clear fee structures

Ethical billing practices

Respect for the economic value of legal work

Stronger support systems for young practitioners navigating the early years of practice

By addressing these foundational issues, he said, the Bar strengthens not only lawyers’ welfare but also the integrity of legal services.

Aare’s Longstanding Commitment to Professional Development

Widely respected for his decades of service to the Bar, Aare Akinboro has consistently advocated for fair practice standards and the welfare of young lawyers. His contributions at the Townhall reflect his ongoing commitment to building a more structured, equitable, and forward looking profession.

From mentorship to policy discussions, he remains a leading voice on how the Bar can modernize its systems while staying true to core values.

A Forward Thinking Dialogue for the Lagos Legal Community

The Townhall Meeting underscored a critical truth: the Remuneration Order can only be effective when lawyers collectively commit to enforcement. Through the insights of speakers like Aare Akinboro, SAN, the profession continues to move toward a more organized and dignified ecosystem.

The Lagos branches, by hosting this engagement, have opened an important chapter in shaping a unified approach t remuneration, one that protects lawyers, improves service delivery, and strengthens the Bar at large.