A young Nigerian lawyer has set social media abuzz after revealing that her Call to Bar ceremony cost nearly ₦2 million. From September 23 to 25, 2025, 4,437 new wigs and gowns were officially called to the Nigerian Bar. At the event, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, Chairman of the Body of Benchers, reminded the fresh lawyers to uphold ethical standards, discipline, and integrity as they begin their careers.
The Viral Cost Breakdown
On TikTok, media lawyer @GirlIsPosh shared a candid breakdown of her expenses, totaling ₦1,945,000. Her list immediately sparked mixed reactions online:
- 👗 Outfit: ₦80,000 (discounted)
- 👩👩👧 Mother and Grandmother’s Outfits: ₦70,000
- 💅 Nails: ₦30,000
- 👠 Shoes: ₦52,500
- 💇 Hair (Weave): ₦185,000
- ✂️ Hair Styling: ₦65,000
- 💄 Makeup: ₦80,000 (discounted because of distance)
- ✈️ Flight to Abuja: ₦225,000
- 🏨 Accommodation (5 nights): ₦160,000
- 📸 Photography: Over ₦300,000
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Adding it all up, she spent nearly ₦2 million to mark one of the biggest milestones of her life.
“Abeg, No Push This Video to Angry Birds”
In her video, she captioned with humor to soften the shock:
“Call to Bar – COST BREAK DOWN. I forgot to mention photography which is a little over 300 but I added it to total spent 🤭. Abeg, make TikTok no push this video to the angry birds of this app🤣🤣, I no get strength 🤣.”
Her mix of honesty and humor resonated with many, turning the clip into a viral conversation starter about how much Nigerian graduates really spend on ceremonies.
Mixed Reactions Online
While some users praised her for being transparent about the financial demands of the Call to Bar, others argued that the cost was excessive. Still, many acknowledged that with the prestige of becoming a lawyer in Nigeria, the expenses often go beyond the gowns and wigs.
Final Word
The story of @GirlIsPosh shines a light on the financial reality of milestone events in Nigeria, especially for young professionals. Whether people see it as extravagant or simply celebratory, one thing is clear: her journey has captured attention, laughter, and admiration across TikTok and beyond.
🎥 Watch her full video on TikTok: @girlisposh
Credit: Allschool, Allcbt
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