Analyzing the Role of the National Human Rights Commission in Protecting Victims of Corporate and State Abuse
By: Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN, FCIArb (U.K.). The protection and promotion of human rights remain fundamental indicators of democratic legitimacy and the rule of law. In Nigeria, this responsibility rests…
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Celebrating Chief Emeka Ozoani, SAN: A Champion of Inclusivity and Advocate for Lawyers with Disabilities
The Nigerian Bar Association-Lawyers With Disabilities Forum (NBA-LWDF) proudly celebrates Chief Emeka Ozoani, SAN, on his birthday. This is not just a birthday wish but a heartfelt acknowledgement of a…
NBA Citizens Liberties Committee Advocates Successfully for Detained Minors in Borno
Under the leadership of Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has steadfastly delivered its core mandates, including protecting citizens' rights and promoting justice. One significant achievement during…
Joseph Daudu Defends Wike’s Housing Project for Judges, Calls Criticism Baseless
The Coordinator of the Rule of Law Development Foundation, Joseph Daudu (SAN), has defended the decision of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to construct houses…
EFCC Dismisses Two Employees Over Alleged Corruption
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed two of its employees over corruption-related offences. The announcement was made by the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, at the opening session…
Court Clears Jigawa State Commissioner of Adultery Allegations
The Upper Shari’a Court in Kano, presided over by Judge Ibrahim Sarki Yola, has exonerated Auwal Danladi Sankara, the Jigawa State Commissioner of Special Duties, from allegations of adultery. The…
Gunmen Kill Four Vigilante Operatives in Anambra State Attacks
Gunmen suspected to be enforcing the sit-at-home order have killed four vigilante operatives in two separate communities in Anambra State. The tragic incidents, which unfolded in the early hours of…
Congratulations to the New MULAN FCT-Abuja Executives!
Dear Alh. Al-Bashir L. Likko, Congratulations to you and the MULAN FCT-Abuja Executive Committee on your well-deserved appointments and elections! Read More May your leadership bring: Wishing you a successful…
Nigerian Bar Association Inaugurates Governing Board of the Human Rights Institute
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has officially inaugurated the Governing Board of the NBA Human Rights Institute (NBA-HRI), a key initiative aimed at…
Breaking Barriers: NBA Bwari Women Forum’s Inaugural 2024 Summit
The Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum (NBAWF), under the leadership of Chairperson Huwaila Mohammed Mohammed, successfully held its first 2024 Summit, themed "Breaking Barriers: Empowering Female Lawyers," on November 15,…
NATE: Assent to Bill Abolishing BSc-HND Dichotomy
The National Association of Technologists in Engineering (NATE) has made a significant appeal to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to assent to the bill that seeks to abolish the longstanding…
NBAWF Anambra State Partners with NBA Idemili Branch to Empower Female Lawyers
On the 15th of November 2024, the Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum (NBAWF), Anambra State Chapter, embarked on an advocacy and sensitization visit to the NBA Idemili Branch. The purpose…
THANK YOU FOR UNLOCKING THE POWERS OF YOUNG LAWYERS
Dear esteemed participants, I hope you are inspired and energised after our Unity Bar Young Lawyers 2024 Summit! We’re grateful for your presence and enthusiasm, which made the event truly…
Background of the Nigerian Bar Association Women’s Forum (NBAWF)
The Nigerian Bar Association Women’s Forum (NBAWF) is a specialized platform under the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) dedicated to advancing gender equality, fostering professional development, and empowering women within the…
NBA and FRSC Forge Strategic Partnership on Road Safety and Legal Reforms
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), under the dynamic leadership of its President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, held a high-level meeting with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), to address issues…
NBAWF Imo State Mourns the Loss of Mrs. Joy Inikpi Achi in Tragic Accident
It is with profound sorrow but total submission to the will of God that the Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum (NBAWF), Imo State Chapter, announces the untimely death of one…
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