Premier Bar Elects New Executive Committee: Prof. Foluke Dada-Lawanson Salutes Uchenna Akingbade and Team
Lagos, Nigeria – July 1, 2025 — Following the successful conduct of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch elections, legal professionals across the country are extending their congratulations to…
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The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced a series of groundbreaking initiatives aimed at revitalizing Nigeria's federal universities and enhancing their contributions to national development. Speaking at a…
YLF: NBA PRESIDENT INAUGURATES THE GOVERNING COUNCIL OF THE FORUM
NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, officially inaugurates the Governing Council of the NBA Young Lawyers Forum (NBA-YLF). This marks the beginning of a renewed commitment to advancing the welfare…
Professional Responsibility Lawyers Push for Modernization of Fee-Sharing Rules
The Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers (APRL) has formally called on the American Bar Association (ABA) to reform Model Rule 5.4, which prohibits fee-sharing between lawyers and non-lawyers. In a…
CDS Orders Probe into Okuama Leaders’ Deaths in Military Custody
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has directed an urgent investigation into the deaths of two Okuama community leaders—Pa James Oghoroko, President-General of Okuama, and 81-year-old Dennis…
UNIZIK Lecturer Fatally Shot in Carjacking Incident in Awka
In a tragic event that has plunged the Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, into mourning, Dr. Fabian Osita, a lecturer from the Business Department, was killed on Monday, December 16,…
Supreme Court Dismisses Suit Seeking Tinubu’s Removal
In a decisive ruling, the Supreme Court of Nigeria dismissed a suit brought by Chief Albert Owuru, a former presidential candidate of the Hope Democratic Party (HDP), seeking the removal…
NBAWF FCT, Abuja Chapter Hosts Webinar on Enhancing Female Lawyers’ Digital Literacy to Combat GBV
The NBA Women Forum (NBAWF), FCT, Abuja Chapter, invites you to a transformative webinar focused on equipping female lawyers with vital digital skills to address Gender-Based Violence (GBV). This session…
NBA National Litigation Committee Advocates for Lawyers’ Rights During Visit to ICPC Chairman
The NBA National Litigation Committee, led by its 2nd Alternate Chairman, Mr. Vincent Otaokpukpu, recently paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related…
NBA: Proactive Bar Launches Welfare Monthly Newsletter
Seasons Greetings! We are absolutely thrilled to unveil our inaugural Welfare Monthly newsletter from the PROACTIVE BAR specially crafted with YOU in mind! This isn’t just a newsletter; it’s your…
NBA Human Rights Institute Announces Top 3 Branches for Outstanding Results During the 16 Days of Activism!
The Nigerian Bar Association Human Rights Institute is proud to unveil the top-performing branches that made remarkable impacts in the fight against gender-based violence and efforts in prison decongestion during…
NBA Uyo Branch Sports Fiesta & 12 Km Walk Where Law Meets Strategy!
Get ready for an electrifying day of fun, fitness, and friendly competition as the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Uyo Branch hosts its highly anticipated Sports Fiesta and 12 Km Walk!…
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to Withdraw from ECOWAS by 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced the impending withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Republic as member states. The decision was revealed during the 66th…
Paul Harris Ogbole, SAN, Advocates for Igbo Unity and State Creation at Otu Oka Iwu Law Week
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NBAWF: Groundbreaking Event on Violence Against Women
Invitation: Unshackling the Chains of Violence - Female Lawyers Unite Date: December 16, 2024Time: 11:00 AMVenue: NBA Bar Center, Off High Court Road, Asaba, Delta State Esteemed Colleagues, We are…
NBA President Advocates Youth Empowerment in Anti-Corruption Fight on International Anti-Corruption Day
On Monday, December 11, 2024, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), led by its President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, joined the global community in commemorating International Anti-Corruption Day under the theme…
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