The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, today Tuesday, 7th January 2025, hosted members of the NBA National Litigation Committee at the NBA House, Abuja, where he was briefed on their recent activities aimed at safeguarding the rights and welfare of lawyers across Nigeria.
A significant update from the meeting was the legal action initiated by the NBA at the Federal High Court against the Nigerian Police on behalf of Mr. Ernest Chukwuemeka Okpaga.
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Mr. Okpaga, a legal practitioner, was unlawfully detained and assaulted by officers of the Nigerian Police Force at the National Cyber Crime Centre in Abuja. Mazi Osigwe condemned the incident, describing it as an attack on the entire legal profession.
He reassured the Committee of the NBA’s unwavering determination to ensure justice is served in the matter.
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Commending the Committee for their professionalism, dedication, and proactive response, the NBA President stated, “The commitment demonstrated by the National Litigation Committee in addressing critical issues affecting lawyers is a testament to the strength and integrity of our Association.
Their work reinforces our collective resolve to protect the dignity and rights of legal practitioners.”
The discussions also centered on strategies to prevent similar violations against lawyers in the future. These include strengthening collaborations with law enforcement agencies, instituting preventive mechanisms, and creating awareness on the rights of lawyers.
Mazi Osigwe reiterated that the NBA remains resolute in its commitment to defending the rule of law and safeguarding the sanctity of the legal profession.
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The National Litigation Committee assured the President of their continued efforts to uphold the rights of lawyers and pursue justice without fear or favor.
The meeting underscores the NBA’s dedication to promoting justice, accountability, and respect for the rule of law in Nigeria, while fostering a safe and enabling environment for legal practitioners to thrive.
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