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NIGERIA — Supreme Court Orders FG to Implement Direct Allocation Judgment to Local Governments
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INDIA — Bombay High Court Rejects Mosque’s Plea to Use Loudspeaker for Prayers
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Exclusive: NLS Class of 2017/2018 Alumni leaders hails Mr. Adekunle Olanipekun’s Notary Public Appointment by the CJN, describes the achievement as pioneer for their set.
Abuja, Nigeria. The leadership of the Nigerian Law School Class of 2017/2018 Alumni, spanning all six campuses of the institution, has congratulated Mr. Adekunle Olanipekun on his recent appointment and…
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Press Freedom and Cyber-Security Law in Nigeria: Dr. Ubani SAN Calls for Reforms to Bridge Justice Gaps
At the recently concluded Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) Conference in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Dr. M.O. Ubani SAN, Legal Practitioner and Policy Analyst, delivered a compelling analysis on…
What Do You Do When the Week Tests Your Strength?” Prof. Foluke Dada-Lawanson Encourages Young Lawyers to Embrace Growth
In a heartfelt message that has begun resonating widely within the legal community, Prof. Foluke Dada-Lawanson, renowned scholar and mentor to young lawyers, shared an emotional reflection on the realities…
Understanding the 2023 Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC) and Its Application in Practice for Young Lawyers By: Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN, FCI.Arb. (Notary Public)
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NBAWF FCT Abuja Celebrates ICSAN Abuja Chapter at 25
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A Return to My Roots”: Obegolu SAN Honoured at LAWSAN Annual Conference in Abuja
The 2025 Annual Conference of the Law Students Association of Nigeria (LAWSAN) in Abuja opened with a moment of nostalgia and inspiration as Chief Akajiugo Emeka Obegolu, SAN, attended as…
Imo State NBA Women Forum Pays Courtesy Visit to Newly Appointed Attorney General
The Imo State Chapter of the Nigerian Bar Association Women’s Forum (NBAWF) yesterday, 2nd December 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for…
NBA PRESIDENT CHARGES LAWYERS TO “FLY A BANNER WITHOUT STAIN” AS SPIDEL CONFERENCE OPENS IN UYO
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has called on legal practitioners across the country to recommit themselves to the ideals of justice, accountability, and…
Uniting the Bar: A Commendation for the NBA Enugu State Branches By: Emeka Obegolu, SAN, Chairman, Nigerian Bar Association Remuneration Committee
It is with immense pleasure and a deep sense of professional pride that I address the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) community in Enugu State. I extend my sincere commendation to…
Championing Justice and Accountability: Prof. Foluke Dada-Lawanson’s Goodwill to NBA-SPIDEL 2025
Dear Members and Friends of NBA-SPIDEL, It is with deep warmth and genuine admiration that I extend my goodwill to you as you convene in Uyo from 1st to 5th…
Logistics Note for Delegates: NBA–SPIDEL Annual Conference (1–5 December 2025)
Dear Delegates, We are delighted to welcome you to the NBA–SPIDEL Annual Conference, holding from 1–5 December 2025 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Please take a moment to review the following logistical information…
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