Dino Melaye has made his first courtroom appearance in full legal regalia, days after he was officially called to the Nigerian Bar.
In a now-viral video making the rounds on social media, the former Kogi West Senator was seen clad in the traditional black gown and white wig associated with legal practitioners in Nigeria. Melaye was flanked by fellow lawyers as they made their way into a courtroom, though details of the specific court or reason for the visit remain unclear.
Watch the video below;
Dino Melaye Appears In Court For The First Time With His Wig And Gown As A Lawyer 😂🫵🏽 pic.twitter.com/NnsCVXOJme
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) July 18, 2025
The development comes less than a week after Melaye joined over 5,000 new lawyers in the July 2025 Call-to-Bar ceremony. A milestone he proudly celebrated across his social media handles.
Although the context of his court appearance wasn’t revealed, the clip has fueled curiosity among netizens, with many wondering whether the politician-turned-lawyer is preparing to play an active role in legal advocacy or just enjoying the symbolic moment.
Dino Melaye, known for his dramatic public persona and colorful political career, has once again proven he knows how to command attention. This time, not from the Senate floor, but from the courtroom.