‎***They said no one is bigger than the law but….

‎A Nigerian lawyer, Adekunle Olanipekun, has stirred debate online after calling out the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, over his alleged appearance at a law class without adhering to the approved  dress code.

In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Olanipekun addressed the Council of Legal Education, expressing concern that the Emir, who reportedly commenced his LL.B programme, attended a law class without wearing the mandatory white shirt and black tie traditionally required of law students.

‎According to Olanipekun, the development raises serious questions about equality and standards within the legal profession.

‎He argued that allowing such an exception undermines the principle that no one is above the law.

‎“This is not good for our profession,” he wrote, adding that the custodians of legal education should take a firm stance on the matter before it sets a dangerous precedent.

‎The post has since sparked mixed reactions online, with some agreeing that rules should apply equally to everyone regardless of status.

‎

‎