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 Barrister Aloy Ejimakor’s Reckless Misrepresentation: A Blatant Act of Forgery and Defamation Against Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor.


By Daniel Okonkwo  Profile International Human Rights Advocate


The legal profession is built on the fundamental principles of honesty, integrity, and accountability—values that every lawyer is duty-bound to uphold. Unfortunately, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor has allegedly and grossly violated these sacred tenets by engaging in forgery, misrepresentation, and defamation against a distinguished member of the legal community, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor.


A few weeks ago, social media was flooded with a falsified list of legal practitioners who purportedly represented the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in its unsuccessful appeal against its proscription by the Federal High Court. To the utter dismay of Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor, his name was fraudulently included in the circulated list by Aloy Ejimakor. This blatant act of deception prompted an immediate and unequivocal disclaimer from Barrister Ejiofor, who categorically denied any involvement in the matter.


Recognizing the procedural irregularity in Aloy Ejimakor’s claims, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor took the diligent step of obtaining the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Court of Appeal’s judgment. As expected, the CTC obtained on February 14, 2025, contained no mention of Barrister Ejiofor’s name—a clear indication that the list fabricated and circulated by Aloy Ejimakor was doctored for fraudulent purposes.


Forgery of official court documents is a serious criminal offense under Section 363 of the Nigerian Criminal Code Act, which explicitly prescribes penalties for forgery and fraudulent misrepresentation. By deliberately altering judicial records to falsely associate Barrister Ejiofor with a case he had no involvement in, Aloy Ejimakor has committed a grievous offense that warrants both criminal prosecution and civil liability.


Beyond the criminal implications, Aloy Ejimakor’s actions constitute defamation in its most egregious form. Under Nigerian law, defamation is actionable both as libel (written falsehoods) and injurious falsehoods, particularly when a false statement is published with the intent to harm the reputation of another.


By falsely including Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor’s name in an unsuccessful legal proceeding, Aloy Ejimakor maliciously attempted to damage Barrister Ejiofor’s hard-earned reputation, exposing himself to civil liability for damages. Integrity in the legal profession demands transparency, accountability, and respect for the truth—Aloy Ejimakor has betrayed all these principles.


A lawyer’s duty transcends mere advocacy; it includes the upholding of justice, fairness, and respect for due process. The legal profession abhors deceitful conduct, particularly in dealings with clients, the courts, and the public. Barrister Aloy Ejimakor has utterly failed in this regard.


The deliberate misrepresentation of legal proceedings, the forgery of official court records, and the defamatory publication against Barrister Ejiofor are direct violations of professional ethical standards, warranting severe disciplinary action. The Rules of Professional Conduct for Legal Practitioners in Nigeria strictly prohibit lawyers from engaging in dishonest, misleading, or fraudulent practices.


By neglecting these fundamental principles, Aloy Ejimakor has not only tarnished his credibility but has also cast a dark shadow over the legal profession. Such unethical and unprofessional conduct should not go unpunished.


Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor’s Final Warning: Cease or Face Legal Consequences


In response to this malicious act of forgery and defamation, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor has publicly demanded that Aloy Ejimakor immediately cease all further acts of misrepresentation, forgery, and defamation.


Should Aloy Ejimakor fail to issue an immediate retraction and public apology, Barrister Ejiofor will be left with no option but to initiate legal proceedings seeking the following remedies:


1. A formal public retraction and apology, published through the same medium as the defamatory claim.


2. General and special damages for defamation and reputational injury.


3. Criminal prosecution for forgery and falsification of official records.


4. A perpetual injunction restraining Aloy Ejimakor from making further defamatory statements.


This notice serves as a final warning. Any further misconduct on the part of Aloy Ejimakor will be met with immediate legal action before a court of competent jurisdiction.


 Accountability in the Legal Profession is Non-Negotiable


The difference between a man of honor and a fraudster lies in accountability. Every lawyer is bound by professional ethics to take responsibility for their actions, learn from mistakes, and uphold the integrity of the legal system. Aloy Ejimakor has chosen deception over truth, fraud over integrity, and misrepresentation over professionalism.


It is time for Aloy Ejimakor to own up to his wrongdoing, retract his false claims, and restore the integrity of the legal profession. Failure to do so will result in legal consequences that will serve as a precedent against all forms of professional misconduct in the legal community.


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