The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed serious concerns over an altercation between Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja and a lawyer, Marshall Abubakar. The incident occurred on March 16 when Abubakar appeared as the lead defence counsel […]
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By Innocent Anaba The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has expressed concern over reports of an incident involving a Federal High Court judge in Abuja and a defence lawyer, insisting that no judge has the power under Nigerian law to order […]
The Young Lawyers’ Forum of the NBA Benin Branch is thrilled to announce the YLF Summit 2026. This is the event young lawyers in Benin City and beyond have been waiting for. Under the powerful theme Mastering the Essentials: Criminal […]
A RESPONSE IN DEFENCE OF NUANCE: WOMEN LEADERSHIP AND THE NBA “The reflections by Mojirayo Ogunlana on the occasion of the recent celebration of International Women’s Day deserve commendation for raising a subject that remains important in every modern profession, […]
*Member, Caretaker Committee Egbe Amofin O’odua-2015/2016* Egbe vs. Osigwe: When the Referee Chooses a Side The evolving controversies surrounding the Nigerian Bar Association’s 2026 presidential election have produced an unusual spectacle: the NBA President, Afam Osigwe, has suddenly discovered the […]
Our profession faces multifaceted threats – non‑lawyer encroachment, technological disruption, and economic pressures. To safeguard integrity and prevent decay, we must steadfastly adhere to the Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC). LET’S INNOVATE 👌 Okey Leo Ohagba, Esq.Past National Officer, NBA. […]
Beloved Bar leaders, colleagues & friends, As we march to greater heights in MARCH, let’s continue to INNOVATE to surmount the challenges ahead! HAPPY NEW MONTH With compliments,Okey Leo Ohagba, Esq.Past National Officer, NBA. InnovativeSecretariat #InnovativeBar #Thefuturestartsnow #OkeyisOk
“Congratulations to the new wigs Dear Chairman, executives and members of the Lagos Branch, as well as the New Wigs of NBA Lagos branch, Congratulations on this milestone achievement of welcoming the young once in the profession into the association. […]
President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN), has denied allegations of bias and interference in the association’s electoral process, describing them as premature and unfounded. In a response to a petition addressed to the NBA Board of Trustees […]
10TH ANNIVERSARY MESSAGE TO NBA EFFURUN BRANCH “I congratulate the Chairman, executives, elders, and members of NBA Effurun Branch on this milestone. A decade of service showcases your resilience, growth, and commitment to the rule of law. You’ve been a […]