EMBRACING THE NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION ‘S REMUNERATION ORDER: A Call to Nigerian Lawyers
By Iniobong Irene Pepple, Esq., AICMC, McArb Across Nigeria, many lawyers continue to face long hours, rising costs, and poor remuneration. Many lawyers are working harder than ever, yet many…
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Great News! You can now enjoy a 10% discount on all orders from the Legalnaija Bookstore using the exclusive promo code NBAAGC2024. Whether you’re looking for textbooks, legal resources, or…
Court Orders Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello to Surrender for Arraignment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello to surrender himself for arraignment. This decision comes after a prolonged legal battle between Bello and…
Federal Government Forms Committee to Implement Local Government Autonomy
The Federal Government has established a 10-member committee tasked with enforcing the Supreme Court’s ruling of July 11, 2024, which granted financial autonomy to Local Governments across Nigeria. This development…
Justice Amina Augie Inducted as Patron by NBA Women Forum in Abuja
The NBA Women Forum, under the leadership of Chairperson Mrs. Chinyere Okorocha, celebrated a momentous occasion with a courtesy visit to Justice Amina Augie JSC (Rtd) in Abuja. The visit…
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Walter Onnoghen Challenges 2019 CCT Verdict at Court of Appeal
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen, has resumed his legal battle at the Court of Appeal in Abuja, seeking to overturn the 2019 judgment by the Code of…
YC Maikyau’s NBA Administration Introduces Blockchain-Powered Digital Stamp and Seal
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Ex-CJN Walter Onnoghen Resumes Legal Battle to Overturn 2019 CCT Judgment
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, is set to resume his legal proceedings against the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) judgment that led to his removal from…
Lagos, Osun, Oyo, and Ogun States Declare Public Holiday on August 20th for Isese Day Celebration
The governments of Lagos, Osun, Oyo, and Ogun States have declared Tuesday, August 20, 2024, a public holiday in honor of Isese Day, a celebration dedicated to traditional religious practices.…
ASUU Issues 21-Day Ultimatum to Federal Government Over Unmet Demands
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Benjamin Kalu Sparks Controversy with Remarks About Abia Governor Otti’s Re-Election
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BREAKING: Nigeria’s Judicial Council Bars Justice Ekwo, 2 Others From Elevation To Higher Bench Over Abuse Of Office, Issues Warning Letters
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has barred three judges from elevation for two to three years over a series of offences. The NJC under the chairmanship of the Chief Justice…
Nigeria Should Ban Politicians Whose Partners Are Judges From Elective Positions—Rights Activist
A human rights activist, Ijeoma Nwafor has demanded a legislation to ban wives of prominent Nigerian politicians from holding key positions in the country’s judicial sectors. Speaking at a public…
SDP Calls For New Supreme Court Panel In Kogi Governorship Election Petition, Cites Judicial Interference
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has alleged judicial interference in a case filed by the party and its candidate, Muritala Ajaka, in the November 11, 2023 Kogi State governorship election,…
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