SUPREME COURT APPOINTS FIRM TO ISSUE SEAL TO NOTARIES

NEWS RELEASE

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is pleased to inform Members, particularly those appointed as Notaries Public, that a letter from the Office of the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria dated 11th October 2024, Ref. No. 4495/SCN/NP/S.1/23, was recently brought to the attention of the Association.

The letter conveys the approval of their Supreme Court of Nigeria authorizing Strata Flex Nigeria Ltd. to issue Secured Tamper-Proof Seals for Notaries Public in Nigeria.

The introduction of secured tamper-proof seals is aimed at enhancing the integrity, authenticity, security, and reliability of notarial acts and documents in Nigeria, while also safeguarding the public against forgery, unauthorized notarization, and other forms of abuse associated with notarial practice.

Accordingly, all Notaries Public are advised to take note of this development and ensure compliance with all directives, guidelines, and procedures that may be issued by the Supreme Court of Nigeria and Strata Flex Nigeria Ltd. concerning the acquisition and use of the approved secured tamper-proof seals.

The Nigerian Bar Association remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen the administration of justice, uphold professional standards, and promote public confidence in legal and notarial services in Nigeria.

Bridget Edokwe, Esq.
National Publicity Secretary
Nigerian Bar Association