A Nigerian Law School student has shared a shocking experience of being arrested in court after a session. The incident occurred when she failed to stand up as the judge entered the courtroom.
Student Narrates Ordeal
Praise Brown, a student at the Nigerian Law School in Abuja, took to TikTok to recount what happened. She explained that she was on externship at the court and was taking notes when the judge hit the gavel for everyone to rise. Instead of standing, she remained seated, catching the judge's attention.
According to her, the judge pointed at her and ordered her arrest. She initially thought it was a joke, but a police officer approached and informed her she was under arrest. She begged for mercy, and the court secretary helped plead her case. Eventually, the judge released her after a brief detention.
In the comments, she expressed relief that the situation did not escalate and admitted she learned a valuable lesson. She also noted that her fellow externs were worried but could not intervene.
Reactions from Social Media Users
Many TikTok users reacted to the story, with some noting that the judge should have given a warning first. Others shared similar experiences, such as being called out for chewing gum in court. The video has since gone viral, drawing attention to courtroom etiquette.
The incident highlights the strict protocols in Nigerian courts and the importance of adhering to them, especially for law students on practical training.
