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NBA-AMLC - APPOINTMENT AND EXAMINATION RULES AND PROTOCOLS
The "NBA-AMLC - Appointment and Examination Rules and Protocols" outlines the Nigerian Bar Association's framework for combating money laundering and terrorism financing within the legal profession. It establishes the Anti-Money Laundering Committee (NBA-AMLC) and details its appointment process, tenure, and responsibilities. The document provides guidelines for compliance examinations, risk assessments, and reporting procedures for legal practitioners and law firms, ensuring adherence to AML-CFT obligations. It also defines a supervisory framework for monitoring compliance, maintaining confidentiality, and addressing conflicts of interest. This comprehensive protocol is essential for fostering accountability and aligning the legal sector with national and international financial crime prevention standards.