Popular Nigerian rapper and actor, Folarin Falana, has explained why he stepped away from active legal practice, citing the growing demands of his music career.
Falz, who was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2012 after studying law at the University of Reading, United Kingdom, and attending the Nigerian Law School in Abuja, said balancing law and entertainment became increasingly challenging as his fame grew.
Speaking during a recent episode of the Behind The Story podcast, the 35-year-old entertainer noted that while combining both professions was possible, sustaining an active legal career alongside a successful music career proved difficult.
The rapper recalled a courtroom experience that highlighted the challenges of practising law while becoming a public figure. According to him, a judge once recognized him for his activities outside the legal profession during a court appearance.
“There was a day in court when I announced my appearance, and the judge
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