In respect of a viral video where Labor Party top shot, Aisha Yesufu, was shown to have refused to participate in the rendition of the old national anthem to show her disapproval for the bringing back of the old national anthem, just the same way former Minister Oby Ezekwesili has vowed never to sing the old national anthem, a Nigerian simply known as the Duke of Shomolu has shared what his friend, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria who doubles as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Ondo State, Dr Kayode Ajulo, reeled out to him as implications and consequences of disrespecting the nation anthem.
Below is the legal implications of disrespecting the nation anthem under the law as shared by top legal practitioner, Dr Kayode Ajulo, SAN (OON).
*Oby Ezekwisili and Aisha @Risk*
My brother the very brilliant Dr Ajulo who is Attorney General Ondo State, sent me this opinion this morning. I said it, if u follow any of these empty barrel critics headlessly, na ur own risk.
LEGAL IMPLICATION OF NEW-OLD NATIONAL ANTHEM
As a concerned citizen and legal practitioner, I feel compelled to address a pressing matter.
I have been dismayed by recent commentaries from certain individuals who brazenly boast about their disdain for the New-Old Nigerian National Anthem.
They openly defy the law, refusing to stand, sing, or show respect when the anthem is played.
Let them be reminded that such actions are considered a grave sign of disrespect and can incur serious legal consequences.
The Nigerian National Anthem Act stipulates that failure to stand during the rendition of the anthem is an offense punishable by imprisonment, fine and or both fine and imprisonment
I implore all to take heed and show the necessary respect for our national anthem.
-Dr Olukayode Ajulo, OON, SAN
A word is enough for the wise, my people
Thank you
Duke of Shomolu
