Sokoto Branch of NBA Establishes Anti-Corruption Committee in Line with NEC Resolution
In a bold step to further entrench transparency, accountability, and ethical legal practice within the Bar, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Sokoto Branch—also known as the Caliphate Bar—has formally constituted…
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The Nigeria Police Force has launched an investigation into allegations of record backdating involving senior officers, including Simon Lough, SAN, Head of the Legal Section. Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun…
Police Arrest Man for Pouring Hot Oil on Wife and Stabbing Her in Ogun State
The Ogun State Police Command has apprehended a man, identified as Sholola Kazeem, for a horrific act of domestic violence against his wife, Sholola Mutiat. The shocking incident took place…
Tragedy Strikes FCT Police Commissioner Olatunji Disu
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Commissioner, Olatunji Disu, is mourning the devastating loss of his adopted son, Adam, who died in a tragic car accident in Abuja. Adam, who…
Nnamdi Kanu Sues Buhari’s Former Aide Bashir Ahmad for Defamation
The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Bashir Ahmad, a former Special Assistant on Digital Communication to ex-President Muhammadu…
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…
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