Chidimma Adetshina's lawyer, Stefanie de Saude-Darbandi, under scrutiny for dual role on Immigration Advisory Board.

Immigration lawyer Stefanie de Saude-Darbandi is facing public scrutiny due to her dual role as legal representative for former Miss Universe Nigeria runner-up Chidimma Adetshina and as a member of the Department of Home Affairs' Immigration Advisory Board (IAB).

De Saude-Darbandi has been defending Adetshina against attempts to revoke her identity documents amid ongoing deportation proceedings.

As the deportation proceedings continue, De Saude-Darbandi has spoken out, saying that legal matters should be judged on their own merits.

"Behind every headline is a real person, a real family, and real legal issues that deserve to be heard fairly," she said.