Hilary Muza 
One time or another in our everyday dealings, we find ourselves requiring the services of a Commissioner of Oaths.
The major role played by this public official is to authenticate documents and to administer oaths, particularly, where such oaths relate to written affidavits.
Such documents may be required for use in some public offices or for court purposes.
A typical example where an affidavit is required by a public office, is where one is applying for a firearm licence.
I have been compelled to discuss the issue of this public official after I noted a worrying proliferation of individuals offering this service, and my worry being whether such individuals are operating within the confines of the law.
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