Federal High Court Affirms Senate’s Disciplinary Powers, Fines Senator Natasha ₦5M for Contempt
By Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, SAN Legal Practitioner and Public Policy Analyst Abuja, Nigeria | July 4, 2025 —
Recent News
NBA President Pledges Stronger Collaboration with FIDA Nigeria to Advance Gender Justice and Child Protection
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, today, Tuesday 21st January, 2025, received the newly elected executive members of the International Federation of Women Lawyers…
Breaking: The Story of Amina: A FIDA Nigeria Case
Amina was just 18 when her dreams of a better life turned into a nightmare. Promised a job in the city, she was instead sold into trafficking—forced into labor by…
Nigerian Bar Association Representatives in the General Council of the Bar to Hold Maiden Meeting
The representatives of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in the General Council of the Bar (GCB) are set to hold their maiden meeting on January 24, 2025, at 4 pm.…
Police Arrest EFCC Murder Suspect in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command on Saturday apprehended Dr. Chukwuka Josiah Ikechukwu Nnamdi, a medical doctor accused of killing Assistant Superintendent of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Halisu…
I Stopped Representing EFCC Due to Corruption: Lawyer Inibehe Effiong
Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has publicly disclosed his reasons for ceasing to represent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), accusing the agency of corruption, nepotism, and declining professionalism.…
Alleged Killer Of EFCC Officer In Anambra Denies Medical Doctor Claims, Contradicts Ownership Of Gun
Police sources have revealed that Joshua Chukwubueze Ikechukwu, the suspect accused of fatally shooting EFCC operative Halisu Sahabi during a raid in Awka, Anambra State, has made contradictory claims during…
Father Pleads For Release Of Gospel Singer Accused Of Murder
The father of Timilehin Ajayi, a gospel singer accused of involvement in the tragic death of a corps member, Salome Adaidu, has publicly appealed for leniency in his son’s case.…
NBA-YLF GOVERNING COUNCIL UNVEILS NEW COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
The Governing Council of the NBA Young Lawyers Forum Governing Council has officially appointed dedicated members of the forum to serve in various committees. These appointments mark a significant step…
NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE NBA WOMEN FORUM
Dear Learned Silks and Distinguished Members, Happy New Year! This is to notify all members of the NBA Women Forum (NBAWF) of the revised membership dues and the timeline for…
NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe SAN Reflects on Gani Fawehinmi’s Legacy at 21st Fawehinmiism Anniversary
On January 15, 2025, I had the honor of attending the 21st Anniversary of Fawehinmiism, the Gani Fawehinmi Annual Lecture, organized by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja Branch. Themed…
Alison-Madueke’s loot: SERAP writes Trump, seeks return of stolen assets, ban on corrupt officials
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged US President-elect Donald Trump and his incoming administration “to promptly identify US-based proceeds of corruption traced to former and current Nigerian public…
Breaking: Jubril Usman Akor, Member, NBA Gwagwalada Passes On.
January 19, 2025 Dear Learned Silks, Bar Leaders, and Distinguished Colleagues, It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our esteemed colleague, Jubril Usman Akor, Esq., a…
NAFDAC Shuts Down Abuja Pharmacy, Over Expired Drugs
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut down a pharmacy in Area 11, Garki, Abuja, over the sale of expired and unregistered drugs. This…
Lawsuit Challenges Biden-Backed Mental Health Parity Rule
A trade group for major employers has filed a lawsuit against a Biden administration-backed federal rule designed to expand mental health and substance abuse coverage for 175 million Americans with…
EFCC Operative Killed in Anambra During Raid, Body Flown to Sokoto for Burial
In a tragic turn of events, Salisu, an operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), was shot and killed during a raid on suspected cybercriminals, commonly known as…
Chess Reply
Play Historic chess games.