recusing
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Definition
The act of formally withdrawing from a position of authority, decision-making, or judgment in a specific case to avoid a conflict of interest.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'recusare', meaning to reject or refuse. It entered English via Old French in the 14th century, originally referring to a formal objection against a judge, before evolving to describe the voluntary withdrawal from a role due to a conflict.
In the news
The article notes that public officers are required to recuse themselves from decisions where their private interests might conflict with their official duties. It highlights the absence of records showing that the MD/CEO had taken such steps regarding his private business ties.
Against CCB Law, NSIA Boss Aminu Umar-Sadiq Runs Various Private Companies
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