In a courtroom spectacle that left spectators and legal experts astonished, a dramatic exchange occurred between the lawyer representing the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the justices of the tribunal following the delivery of a verdict. The contentious dialogue shed light on the nuances of legal language and interpretation.
The dialogue unfolded as follows:
APC Lawyer: My lord, I am sure this means you have dismissed the case.
Justice Tsammani: When you get the judgment, interpret it how you want.
APC Lawyer: I am just telling you to explain it better. Withdrawn means dismissed, right? I think you should tell them “dismissed.”
Read Also Tribunal Dismisses All of Peter Obi’s Petitions Against Bola Tinubu’s Victory
Justice Adah (angrily): Are you telling us that we don’t know what we did? What’s that? When you get the judgment, explain it how you want.
Justice Ugo: You are saying the five of us here don’t know what we are doing, or what are you saying? You want to read the judgment for us.
This exchange left a palpable tension in the courtroom, with each side of the dialogue seemingly questioning the other’s understanding of the tribunal’s decision. Legal experts present commented on the rarity of such a public and confrontational exchange between lawyers and justices.
The incident highlights the complex and nuanced nature of legal language and interpretation within the judicial system. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of clear and precise legal communication during legal proceedings.
As the tribunal’s proceedings continue, this dramatic episode is sure to be discussed and dissected by legal scholars and practitioners, underscoring the intricacies of the legal profession and the need for effective communication within the courtroom.
