BREAKING: COP TO DIE BY HANGING FOR KILLING LAGOS LAWYER

The Lagos High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos has sentenced Assistant Superintendent of Police, Drambi Vandi to death by hanging following a one-count charge of murder of Lagos-based lawyer, Mrs. Omobolanle Raheem.

Justice Ibironke Harrison sentenced the ASP after finding him guilty of the murder of the pregnant lawyer.

Harrison held that the prosecution was able to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.

The judge also held that the convict shot the deceased at close range.

CITY LAWYER recalls that the deceased lawyer met her untimely death on Christmas Day while returning from yuletide service with her family members.

This is a developing story.

‘WHY WE DEMAND APPOINTMENT OF SUPREME COURT JUSTICES,’ BY MAIKYAU

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called for “immediate appointment” of Supreme Court justices to ensure that the apex court has a full complement of 21 justices.

In a statement made available to CITY LAWYER, the association noted that the demand is consistent with Section 230(1 )(B) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

NBA President, Mr. Yakubu Maikyau SAN made the call during an address at the valedictory court session in honour of recently retired Justice Amina Adamu Augie.

Maikyau noted that Justice Augie’s retirement from the Supreme Court bench “has further reduced the number of Justices of this Court, with the attendant increase in the workload of the already overworked/overburdened and, unfortunately, poorly remunerated justices.”

NBA PRESIDENT CONDOLES WITH THE CJN OVER FIRE INCIDENT AT THE SUPREME COURT COMPLEX, DECRIES THE DEPLETION OF THE SUPREME COURT BENCH, CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT OF ADDITIONAL JUSTICES, ANNOUNCES PROBABLE INCREMENT OF JUDICIAL OFFICERS’ SALARIES IN 2024 BUDGET, EXTOLS VIRTUES OF AUGIE, JSC (RTD)

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mr. Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON, SAN has commiserated with the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, his brother Justices and staff of the Supreme Court over the fire incident at the Supreme Court complex, yesterday. According to the NBA President, the incident which reportedly affected the chambers of some Justices call into question the integrity and safety of courts’ infrastructures in Nigeria. The NBA has therefore called for an investigation into the incident to forestall future recurrence.

Meanwhile, the NBA has demanded for the immediate appointment of additional Justices to achieve the full complement of 21 Justices of the Supreme Court, as prescribed by Section 230(1 )(B) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The NBA President made this call while giving his speech at the valedictory court session recently held in honour of Hon. Justice Amina Adamu Augie, CFR, JSC at the Supreme Court Complex, Abuja. The NBA President expressed concerns that the exit of Hon. Justice Augie from the Bench of the Supreme Court “has further reduced the number of Justices of this Court, with the attendant increase in the workload of the already overworked/overburdened and, unfortunately, poorly remunerated justices.”

The NBA President noted that it has become imperative that the Nigerian Constitution be amended to increase the threshold for the number of justices to be appointed to the Supreme Court and to reduce the number of matters that get to the Supreme Court by limiting the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court to certain constitutional matters.

Giving update about the NBA’s engagement with the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and the National Judicial Council (NJC) over the remuneration of judicial officers, the NBA President stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has directed a presidential working group to harmonise the recommendations from RMAFC, NBA and NJC, with the view to include the outcome in the 2024 budget appropriation.

He added that the NBA has also proposed a new set of allowances in recognition of the peculiar demands of judicial office holders which include: Lifestyle Allowance, Dual Responsibility Allowance, Frequent Transfer Allowance and Long Service Allowance. Mr. Maikyau further noted that the NBA has recommended the delinking of judicial remuneration from that of the civil service, in order to strengthen the perception of judicial independence and to provide the necessary safeguard and reassurance to judicial officers.

Mr. Maikyau described the retired Justice Amina Augie as an exemplary jurist “who deftly combines knowledge and integrity with the right demeanour and discipline characteristic of a judge; a thorough and disciplined jurist; counsel appearing before my lord from his days in the magistracy must be prepared to answer straight and probing questions.” He remarked that “Justice Augie is an example of Nigerian women who are making important strides; breaking boundaries, challenging masculine domination of places of influence and authority and setting the stage for more women to rise to positions of authority within the judiciary and elsewhere.”

Hon. Justice Amina Augie was sworn in as Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria (JSC) on 7 November, 2016. His lordship retired upon clocking the statutory retirement age of 70 on 3 September, 2023. Justice Augie retired having served on the bench from the magistracy to the Supreme Court bench in a judicial career spanning 35 years.

Akorede Habeeb Lawal
National Publicity Secretary, NBA
26 September, 2023

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SUBSCRIBER DRAGS REVOLUTIONPLUS TO COURT OVER LAND PURCHASE

RevolutionPlus Property Development Company Limited has been dragged before a Magistrate’s Court in Lagos State by a subscriber, Ebele Ikpeoyi, over alleged breach of contract and failure to deliver a property allegedly paid for between 2020 and 2022.

In the suit filed by her lawyer, Mr. Ugochukwu Eze, the aggrieved subscriber, who is a legal practitioner, stated that she subscribed to purchasing a plot of land located at Emirates Seaview Estate, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos State.

Upon full payment of the purchase price, she was issued with an allocation letter by the real estate company in March 2022. She alleged that rather than execute the necessary documents for the transfer of interest in the property, RevolutionPlus sent her an email stating that another property, located in a certain Highbury Estate and distinct from the land she had paid for, would be allocated to her.

The Claimant also alleged that despite repeated request (both directly and through her lawyers) for the allocation of the land she paid for or a refund of the purchase price among other fees, the Defendant has refused to accede to her demand.

According to the claimant, upon filing the suit, the real estate company sent her a post-dated cheque which was rejected twice by her bank with an instruction that she returns same to the issuer. She added that due to the Defendant’s default, she incurred huge costs in securing another property around the area

The claimant is praying the court to award damages against the real estate company for breach of contract.

At the resumed hearing of the matter on August 7, 2023, the Defendant-company informed the court that it has an application seeking to have the court strike out the suit or refer the parties to arbitration.

He argued that the parties agreed to resolve any dispute between them by arbitration, adding that the court has no jurisdiction to entertain the suit.

But the Claimant’s counsel argued that his client never signed the agreement containing the arbitration clause, and that assuming parties ever had such an agreement, the debt sought to be recovered by the Claimant has been admitted by the Defendant.

He argued that there is no dispute for the court to refer to arbitration. Citing some authorities, the Claimant’s counsel stated that the Court has no power to refer the parties to arbitration given the circumstances of the case.

The presiding Magistrate however stated that he would not be able to determine the Defendant’s application as he may be leaving the service soon. He added that it would be better for the application to be argued before a Magistrate who would take over the case, urging the parties to take steps to resolve the dispute. The matter was adjourned to October 4, 2023 for hearing of pending applications.

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SEXUAL ASSAULT: NBA PROBES UNICAL DON, DRAGS ‘BADDEST LAWYER’ TO LPDC

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is set to investigate suspended University of Calabar Law teacher, Prof. Cyril Ndifon over sexual harassment claims by the students and multiple women who graduated from the university.

The probe comes against the backdrop of a protest by students of the UNICAL Faculty of Law against the embattled Law teacher who doubles as the Dean of the faculty.

According to a statement made available to CITY LAWYER, “This decision was reached by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the NBA at her recent monthly meeting presided over by the NBA President, Mr Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON SAN and which had all National Officers of the association in attendance.”

The ad-hoc committee comprises NBA 1st Vice President, Mrs. Linda Rose Bala; NBA Assistant General Secretary, Mr. Daniel Kip; Chairperson of NBA Women’s Forum, and the Chairman of NBA Calabar Branch.

Meanwhile, the lawyers’ association has also resolved to investigate allegations of bribery by the Chairman of the Kano State National Assembly and State House of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal, Justice Flora Azinge.

The NBA has also dragged Mr. Hudu Yunusa-Ari, the suspended Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Resident Electoral Commissioner for Adamawa State and Miss Ifunanya Excel Grant, a young lawyer of Aba Branch widely known as “the baddest lawyer” on social media, to the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC).

Below is the statement.

PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT: NBA TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AGAINST PROF CYRIL NDIFON OF UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR AND ATTEMPTED BRIBE OF ELECTION PETITION JUDGE; PETITIONED LPDC OVER CONDUCT OF SUSPENDED ADAMAWA INEC REC AND MISS IFUNANYA EXCEL GRANT ALIAS “THE BADDEST LAWYER”

Distinguished Colleagues,

In the wake of recent events that border on allegations of professional misconduct against some members of the legal profession, we find it pertinent to bring you up to speed with some steps that have been taken by the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

The NBA has resolved to investigate the allegations of sexual assault against the suspended Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar, Prof. Cyril Ndifon.

This decision was reached by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the NBA at her recent monthly meeting presided over by the NBA President, Mr Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON SAN and which had all National Officers of the association in attendance.

The NBA NEC subsequently empanelled an ad-hoc committee comprising the 1st Vice President of the NBA, Mrs Linda Rose Bala, the Assistant General Secretary of the NBA, Mr Daniel Kip, Chairperson of NBA Women’s Forum and the Chairman of the NBA Calabar Branch, to investigate the allegations against the University Don.

You may also be aware of the recent media report of the attempted bribe of Justice Flora Azinge of the National Assembly and State House of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Kano. The NBA has, by a latter dated 16th August 2023, formally requested his lordship to avail the NBA of further details in this regard to enable investigation into this allegation.

In a similar vein, the National Officers also deliberated at their earlier monthly meeting over the unbecoming conduct of some members of the legal profession. Following the resolutions of the National Officers, the NBA has filed petitions at the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) against Mr Hudu Yunusa-Ari, the suspended Adamawa State Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Ifunanya Excel Grant, a young lawyer of Aba Branch wildly known as “the baddest lawyer” on social media.

Mr Yunusa-Ari was petitioned over his role in illegally declaring the result of the supplementary 2023 gubernatorial election in Adamawa State while votes were still being counted. While the complaints against Miss Ifunanya centred on her social media notoriety of posting pictures and videos of herself unclad and smoking marijuana.

While it is important to underscore the fact that none of the lawyers petitioned or being investigated is deemed guilty of professional misconduct until the LPDC hands down its decisions after fair trial, the NBA President has emphasised the need for lawyers to continue to be of best conduct wherever they find themselves, and he reiterated that the present NBA leadership will not relent in ridding the profession of the very few bad eggs that may be found.

Thank you, and do have a great weekend.

Akorede Habeeb Lawal
National Publicity Secretary, NBA

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MAJEMITE TO SPONSOR 100 YOUNG LAWYERS FOR INSOLVENCY TRAINING

A leading candidate for the post of Secretary in the forthcoming Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch Elections, Mr. Emuobonuvie Majemite has expressed his desire to support 100 young lawyers who wish to attend the training series on insolvency law.

According to Majemite, “To show my support of the program and in honour of these gentlemen of the Bar, I will support 100 young lawyers (i.e., 1-7 years post Call) of the Lagos Branch who attend all 5days of the training series. I will pay for the data subscription of lawyers who meet these criteria.”

Below is the full text of the statement.

June 7, 2023

I commend the great work being done by the Nigerian Bar Association-Institute of Continuing Legal Education (NBA-ICLE), ably led by Tobenna Erojikwe Esq.

Being knowledge merchants, it is prudent, nay, imperative that we as lawyers continue to build our capacity through acquiring more knowledge.

I am especially pleased with the training series on insolvency law which faculty comprises three of my respected seniors: Dr Anthony Idigbe SAN, the Senior Partner of my firm, Okorie Kalu Esq. INSOL Fellow, another partner at my firm and my big brother, Dr Kubi Udofia.

To show my support of the program and in honour of these gentlemen of the Bar, I will support 100 young lawyers (i.e., 1-7 years post Call) of the Lagos Branch who attend all 5days of the training series. I will pay for the data subscription of lawyers who meet these criteria.

I encourage all of us to continue to take advantage of these ICLE programs and increase our knowledge base.

Emuobonuvie Majemite
Partner, PUNUKA Attorneys and Solicitors

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ILO NOMINEES TO TRAIN INDUSTRY LEADERS ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE, DISPUTE RESOLUTION

The ILO Nominees Limited is set to organize a training programme on the theme, “Corporate governance and dispute resolution.”

According to the organisers, “This course will give an insight into the responsibilities of the board, the importance of corporate governance and the critical role of Alternative Dispute Resolution in corporate governance disputes.”

Noting that it is imperative to equip the board and management with knowledge and skills to enhance organisation’s reputation and brand value, the organisers added that this can be achieved “through a robust understanding of the governance system as well as techniques in alternative dispute resolution that can aid in the prevention and resolution of disputes which is a key driver for investor buy-in and business continuity.”

Aside from lawyers, business owners and top management, the target audience for the eagerly awaited training include directors, executive directors, company secretaries, conflict resolution experts, change management consultants, human resource consultants, and line managers.

The course can also be organized on request from organisations as an in-plant programme.

To register, email ilonominees@imperiallawoffice.com or call 08033334024, 08098234430 or 09060004122.

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NBA PRESIDENT NAMES MAJEMITE ETHICS C’TE MEMBER

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mr. Yakubu Maikyau SAN has appointed Mr. Emuobonuvie Majemite as a member of the NBA Ethics and Disciplinary Committee.

Announcing the appointment in an email to all NBA members, Maikyau also named popular Law teacher, Prof. Ernest Ojukwu SAN as the Chairman of the committee while Mrs. Olabisi Soyebo SAN is to act as the Alternate Chairman. The high-level committee is made of 39 members.

Majemite is a leading aspirant for the post of Secretary of NBA Lagos Branch. The branch is the most influential of all NBA branches, especially as it has by far the highest voting population in every NBA election cycle.

He is a Partner at PUNUKA Attorneys and Solicitors where he heads both the Arbitration and ADR and Property Law practice groups. He is the Chairman of the Young Members Group (YMG) of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Nigeria Branch).

He is also a Member of the Panel of Neutrals of the Micro, Small and Medium Scheme of the Lagos Court of Arbitrators (LCA) and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Nigeria Branch). He co-authored several chapters on arbitration and has been involved in a number of domestic and international arbitrations as part of the team of counsel.

Announcing his decision to vie for the coveted post, Majemite wrote: “It is my pleasure to report that as of 9:30 am today being Friday, 14th April, 2023, I submitted my nomination form with supporting documents to vie for the office of Secretary of the Lagos Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association, the Premier Branch.

“I am grateful to my nominators and to my teeming learned friends who have keyed into the project of innovative service.

“I await communication from the Electoral Committee.”

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‘THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT,’ ISAAC OGBAH TELLS LAWYERS

Isaac Omuta Ogbah, 3rd Vice Presidential candidate in the July 16, 2022 NBA national elections appreciates all lawyers for their immense support given to him so far.

He appealed to all lawyers supporting him to, in the final hours left for the campaigning process, to further reach out to other lawyers within their branches, platforms and other NBA lawyers in diaspora who are qualified to vote to seek further support for him.

Mr. Ogbah further promised never to let his ever increasing supporting lawyers down in any way. He promised to never disappoint them in any way if voted in as the next 3rd Vice President of the NBA.

Mr. Isaac Ogbah states further as below:

“*We have done everything within our power to run a successful campaign process; we have reached out to as many branches and lawyers that we possibly could reach out to. And we have campaigned; made phone calls and have used every available social media platforms at our disposal. As we put in further our very best efforts within the final hours left for us to campaign, it is my prayers that God would definitely grant us all victory come July 16, 2022 when the polls opens by 12.00 midnight and closes by 11:59pm of 16th July, 2022. God has been most faithful to us all and He will surely see us through to the very end faithfully. Certainly we shall all reap the fruits of our labors which we have sown on fertile grounds. Once again we celebrate you all now and always “*

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AMANDA ASAGBA WISHES MUSLIM FAITHFUL HAPPY EID

Happy Eid El Kabir

I, AMANDA DEMECHI-ASAGBA, President of AWLA and Candidate for NBA 3rd Vice President shares in the joy of my Muslim brothers and sisters of the bar as they celebrate the Eid-ul Adha.

May the Almighty Allah receive all our supplications and grant our numerous heart’s desires.

I also pray that by all prayers offered on this Eid celebration, it will bring about a free and fair electoral process and committed leadership for the NBA as well as our nation’ at large

Let’s Celebrate

Asagba Justina Ego Amanda
Candidate for NBA 3rd Vice President

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‘BARKA DA SALLAH,’ ISAAC OGBAH TELLS MUSLIMS

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ISAAC OGBAH STORMS MULAN’S NEC PARLEY

ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH, NBA 3rd Vice Presidential Candidate attends MUSLIM LAWYERS’ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (MULAN) NEC MEETING

In continuation of his quest to emerge as the 3rd Vice President of the NBA Mr. Isaac Ogbah attended the MULAN’s NEC meeting which held at the National Mosque Conference Hall in Abuja on the 2nd of December, 2022.

At the MULAN’s NEC meeting Mr. Ogbah gave his goodwill message to all the conferees in addition to him having an interactive session with the national leadership of MULAN wherein Mr. Isaac’s credentials and his suitability for the position of 3rd Vice President of NBA were scrutinized. 

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GADZAMA, MAIKYAU, TAIDI TO CLASH, AS ECNBA HOLDS DEBATE JULY 7

The Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) will on Thursday, July 7, 2022 hold a “MANIFESTO DAY AND PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE” to herald the 2022 NBA Elections for National Officers and NBA Representatives at the General Council of the Bar.

In an Information Release made available to CITY LAWYER, the Committee stated that “As part of the electoral process, the ECNBA invites members of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to the Manifesto Day and Presidential Debate fixed for 10 am, Thursday, 7 July 2022 at the Auditorium NBA House, Plot 1101 Cadastral Zone Central
Business District, Abuja FCT.

“Ahead of the event, members are enjoined to send their question(s) to info@ecnba.ng. Please note that the link for virtual participation will be circulated in due course.”

A further release urged lawyers who plan to attend the debate in-person to register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTUuNEOSFZwix5qRCqpfrELg0K5Nbrg17k__3co1-Kq_wp9g/viewform.

The NBA Election is scheduled to hold via electronic voting on Saturday, July 16, 2022.

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‘I’LL CANVASS 10% MORE BPF SHARE FOR BRANCHES,’ SAYS ISAAC OGBAH

5th Point on the Manifesto of Isaac Omuta Ogbah, FICMC as published by ECNBA on its website

“I shall also strongly advocate that an additional 10% be paid by the NBA National to respective branches of the NBA as welfare remittances to branches from the practicing fees paid by the respective members of the branches.

This would aid the various branches of the NBA in ensuring that the inundating welfare needs of their members are met. As you may be aware, this suggestion has been approved and agreed upon at various NEC meetings of the NBA but yet to be implemented”.

6th Point on the Manifesto of Isaac Omuta Ogbah, FICMC as published by ECNBA on its website

“In addition to all the above I shall also strive to ensure that that the law officers in government employment be supported by the Association for improved condition of services.

Hence, their legal rights must be recognized by the governments of both the Federal and at State levels as well as by the Association and supported”

AMANDA ASAGBA GREW AWLA TO BULWARK FOR WOMEN, CHILD RIGHTS – UJU PEACE OKEKE

Amanda Asagba is an amazing woman with a positive energy and infectious passion for effectiveness. I have known her for over 10 years and she has been consistently consistent in being her resourceful self.

Under her watch as the President, we saw African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) grow from nothing to a great thing, a veritable household name on the issues of women, children and indeed the entire family.

New branches were established and ordinary women mentored into great leaders because she put her hands on the plough and led from the front thereby encouraging others to follow in her footsteps. She redefines work by making assignments look easy, interesting and appealing.

I endorse this Learned Senior in whom I am well pleased, for the position of NBA 3rd Vice because she is capable, a team player and success oriented.

Uju Peace Okeke is a law lecturer at the University of Nigeria Nsukka, Enugu Campus (UNEC)

EDE ASENOGUAN WELCOMES DELEGATES TO ASABA NBA-SLP CONFAB

ASENOGUAN OSAMUEDE ISOBOMUWA, CANDIDATE FOR NBA GENERAL SECRETARY WELCOMES DELEGATES TO NBA SECTION ON LAW PRACTICE CONFERENCE

The NBA Section on Law Practice holds its annual conference in Asaba between 3rd and 6th of July 2022. This year’s conference is themed “Legal Practice in Nigeria: Our Reality, Our Future”. 

Mr Asenoguan has sent out a message to all delegates attending the conference, welcoming them to Asaba, while wishing them a resourceful outing. His message reads below.

“I heartily welcome members of the Bar to the annual conference of the Section on Law Practice holding in Asaba between 3rd and 6th of July, 2022. 

The theme of this year’s conference _to wit_ ‘Legal Practice in Nigeria: Our Reality, Our Future’ tells us that there is a strong and growing desire by the Bar to transcend from the present mode and state of law practice to what conforms more to the realities of the 21st century.

I look forward to a very resourceful and insightful conference.

Thank you and God bless.”

Asenoguan Osamuede Isobomuwa

Candidate for the position of General Secretary of the NBA 2022-2024

NBA AGC 2022: CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE IS KEYNOTE SPEAKER

The Nigerian Bar Association has announced Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie as Keynote Speaker at its forthcoming Annual General Conference in Lagos.

Adichie, author of Purple Hibiscus, Half of a Yellow Sun, Americanah, and several other works, will be speaking at the opening ceremony of the conference in August.

The conference, themed “Bold Transitions”, will take place at the Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island, Lagos from 19th to 26th August, 2022. Registration for the conference is ongoing at www.nbaconference.com, with and early bird window which will run until 17th July.

Chimamanda Adichie was born in Enugu, Nigeria in 1977 and grew up on the campus of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where her father was a Professor and her mother was the first female Registrar.

She started out as a medical student at Nsukka before departing for the US where she took a different path, graduating summa cum laude from Eastern Connecticut State University with a degree in Communication and Political Science. She has a Master’s Degree in African Studies from Yale University, and a Master’s Degree in Creative Writing from Johns Hopkins University.

Ms. Adichie was awarded a Hodder fellowship at Princeton University for the 2005-2006 academic year, a MacArthur Fellowship in 2008, and a fellowship at the Radcliffe Institute of Harvard University for the 2011-2012 academic year.

She has received honorary doctorate degrees from Eastern Connecticut State University, Johns Hopkins University, Haverford College, Williams College, the University of Edinburgh, Duke University, Amherst College, Bowdoin College, SOAS University of London, American University, Georgetown University, Yale University, Rhode Island School of Design, Northwestern University, and University of Pennsylvania.

Ms. Adichie has delivered two landmark TED talks – her 2009 TED Talk ”The Danger of A Single Story” and her 2012 TEDx Euston Talk ”We Should All Be Feminists”, which was published as a book in 2014.

Adichie’s work has been translated into over 30 languages. Her first novel, Purple Hibiscus (2003), won the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize; her second novel, Half of a Yellow Sun (2006), won the Orange Prize; and her 2013 novel, Americanah, won the US National Book Critics Circle Award and was named one of The New York Times Top Ten Best Books of 2013. A story from her collection, The Thing Around Your Neck, was awarded the O Henry Prize.

Her other works include Dear Ijeawele, or a Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions, published in March 2017, and Notes On Grief, an essay about losing her father, published in 2021.

A member of both the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Ms. Adichie was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2015, and in 2017, Fortune Magazine named her one of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders.

The 2022 NBA Annual General Conference is expected to bring together thought leaders in the areas of justice delivery, technology, economy, politics, judicial reforms, human rights, and rule of law, said Tobenna Erojikwe, Chairman, Technical Committee on Conference Planning (TCCP).

“The aim is to have leading lawyers and thought leaders in the various fields to discuss and harmonise positions on the way forward on building a more effective Bar and a resilient country able to thrive amidst changing global dynamics,” Erojikwe said.

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ACJA: NYESOM-WIKE, OCJ OKOCHA, RIVERS CJ SET FOR BOOK LAUNCH

Prominent Bar Leader and Director in the Rivers State Ministry of Justice, Cordelia Eke will on Wednesday unveil her book on the criminal justice system titled “Administration of Criminal Justice in Nigeria: A Practical Guide.”

Billed to hold at the exquisite Nigerian Bar Association Port Harcourt Branch House by 1:00 pm, the public presentation and launch of the book will hold under the chairmanship of the 19th NBA President, Hon. O. C. J. Okocha SAN, with the Rivers State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof. Zacchaeus Adangor SAN as Chief Host.

The wife of the Rivers State Governor, Her Excellency, Hon. Justice Eberechi Suzette Nyesom-Wike is the Special Guest of Honour while the Chief Judge of Rivers State, Hon. Justice Simeon Chibuzor Amadi is expected to grace the occasion with members of the bench.

While legal practitioners and law students in advanced programmes are expected to participate in the public presentation and launch, the Book Reviewer is the erudite Nigerian Law School lecturer and prolific writer, Mr. Sylvester Udemezue.

The hybrid event will be preceded by a 10% discount on the cover price for those who pre-order the book online, via Sellar, before the launch date.

The book is a seminal contribution to the study and practice of criminal law in Nigeria. It is also a compass for persons outside the country who wish to navigate through the Nigerian criminal justice system and gain an understanding of how it operates. It is written from a practitioner’s perspective, and is aimed at identifying and addressing practical issues thrown up on a daily basis with a view to improving the level of criminal justice practice and equipping intending practitioners with the necessary tools to enable them have a seamless practice experience.

The author dissects the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) and presents the topics in a reader-friendly manner, with anecdotes from actual courtroom experiences, statutory and judicial authorities, tips for lawyers and suggestions for reforms in certain cases. One of the highlights is the examination of the provisions concerning children in the criminal justice system, whether as victims or offenders.

According to the author, “With over 23 years experience in criminal prosecution and having shouldered various other responsibilities in the sector, I have seen good cases bungled by shoddy investigation by law enforcement agents, prosecutors losing their cases due to lack of attention to detail or non-compliance with the law, Legal Advice wrongly offered, and defence counsel that are unable to take advantage of opportunities in the interest of their clients because they are unaware of legal provisions in their favour. The judiciary is not left out either.”

Eke was admitted to the Nigerian Bar in 1995. She obtained a Master of Laws (LLM) degree in Public International Law from the University of Kent, Canterbury, in the United Kingdom and has practiced law both in the private and public sectors.

She has published several scholarly articles on the criminal justice system in authoritative peer-reviewed journals and was the Editor-in-Chief of the NBA SBL Business Law News Magazine (2007-2010) and the NBA Port Harcourt Branch BarNews (2006 – 2008). She was also the Editor of the African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) Nigeria, Rivers State Branch publication, “Handbook on Widows Rights in Nigeria.”

Eke was a resource person on ACJA at the NBA Annual General Conference (AGC) in 2017 and has presented papers on the subject at various seminars and workshops. She was a Council Member of the NBA Human Rights Institute; Chairman, Prosecution Manual Drafting Committee and Team Lead, Honorable Attorney-General’s Special Legal Advice Decongestion Committee, both in the Rivers State Ministry of Justice, among others. She is also a member of several professional organizations. She is married with children.

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‘I WILL FOSTER WELFARE OF LAWYERS, BOOST YLF FUNDING,’ SAYS ISAAC OGBAH

1ST POINT ON THE MANIFESTO OF ISSAC OMUTA OGBAH, FICMC AS PUBLISHED BY ECNBA ON ITS WEBSITE 

“If given the privilege to be the next 3rd Vice President of the NBA, below are some of the aspirations I (ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH) hope to accomplish if elected come July 26, 2022, to wit: I will strive to work with other elected NBA National elected officers as well as NEC members to ensure that the foundation already laid by the past administrations, particularly this present Olumide Akpata led administration regarding the welfare of lawyers is enhanced and improved upon in every way.

“Hence, I sincerely seek the votes of all our learned colleagues in the forthcoming elections scheduled for July, 2022”.

2ND POINT ON THE MANIFESTO OF ISSAC OMUTA OGBAH, FICMC AS PUBLISHED BY ECNBA ON ITS WEBSITE 

“Aside ensuring that every branch of the NBA nationwide have established YLF in their branches, I will, with the help of other national officers ensure that all the YLF of the various Branches are functional in every sense of it and the aims and objectives of the YLF are fully accomplished. “.

“Presently there is no outlined funding arrangements for YLF at the branches hence their having to majorly depend on whatever financial assistance they might get from their local branches. Hence I plan to ensure, if elected, that a well worked out plan is put in place wherein a given percentage of funding is allocated to YLF both at a the national and at their respective branch levels that would aid in ensuring that the lofty aspirations that led to the creation of YLF is accomplished in every way possible”.

Mr. Isaac Ogbah is a tested and proven leader over the years. His antecedents attests to it and he will surely see to it that this aspect of his manifesto is fulfilled 100%.

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EDE ASENOGUAN LAUDS NBAWF BAYELSA ON INAUGURAL MEETING

ASENOGUAN OSAMUEDE ISOBOMUWA, CANDIDATE FOR NBA GENERAL SECRETARY GREETS THE NBA WOMEN FORUM, BAYELSA STATE AS THEY CONDUCT THEIR MAIDEN MEETING

Mr. Asenoguan has delivered a goodwill message to the NBA Women Forum, Bayelsa as they conduct their maiden meeting today, 1st July, 2022.

His words:

“The distinguished Chairperson, Executives and Members of the NBA Women Forum, Bayelsa State Chapter,

It gives me great pleasure to have the opportunity of felicitating you on your maiden meeting as a body. Because I know that your chapter houses enormous capacity to achieve greatness beyond comprehension, I am honoured to record my name with you, so that I can boldly beat my chest and say ‘I communed with them when it all started’.

As you conduct today’s meeting, it is my sincere prayer that the blessings and positive energies that come with the new month will abide with your Forum.

I wish you all a resoundingly successful meeting. Happy New Month.

Thank you and God bless.”

Asenoguan Osamuede Isobomuwa
Candidate for the position of General Secretary of the NBA 2022-2024

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WE WILL NOT EXTEND VOTER VERIFICATION – ECNBA

The Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) has foreclosed reopening of the verification process for eligible voters in the forthcoming NBA Elections, CITY LAWYER can authoritatively report.

Some stakeholders including one of the leading candidates for the position of General Secretary, Mr. Desmond Yamah, had called on the committee to extend the exercise to enable some eligible voters who are having challenges to verify their data.

But an unimpeachable source told CITY LAWYER that the verification exercise has been foreclosed, adding that the committee has moved on to the next stage of the electoral process.

Said the source, “No extension. We are in another phase of (verifying) accuracy of phone numbers and emails.”

It is recalled that the committee had in its last notice urged eligible voters to verify their details on the database, saying, “As a matter of urgency and importance, we are enjoined to make out time to get verified to enable us cast our votes at the upcoming National Elections of the NBA. The deadline for the Verification is today 27/6/2022.”

The election of NBA National Officers and representatives to the General Council of he Bar is scheduled to hold on Saturday, July 16, 2022.

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PORT HARCOURT CRISIS: APPEALS C’TE REVERSES SELF, AKPATA WASHES HANDS OFF VERDICT

The Nigerian Bar Association Branch Election Appeals Committee (East) has sensationally reversed itself in a decision disqualifying NBA Port Harcourt chairmanship aspirant, Mr. Viktor Benibo. The committee has now returned Benibo to the ballot in the election which holds tomorrow.

Meanwhile, NBA President, Mr. Olumide Akpata has brushed aside claims that he influenced the decision of the committee, saying he only acted according to the demands of his office.

CITY LAWYER recalls that the committee had disqualified Benibo for allegedly carrying out a campaign of calumny against his only opponent, Mr. Romeo Isokariari, saying: “It is the decision of this Appeals committee that the respondent Victor Benebo is hereby disqualified from contesting for the post of Chairman Port-Harcourt branch.”

In a decision obtained by CITY LAWYER, the 9-member Nnenna Uko-led Appeals Committee further held that “The unpalatable bullying through a campaign of calumny was linked to the respondent and his supporters and so it would be a disservice to the association to allow such odious precedent to show up in our Association without calling it out fully.”

But the committee has now reversed its decision following a petition to it by Benibo. The chairmanship candidate said that the committee was “unanimous” in reversing his disqualification. Benibo told CITY LAWYER that unknown to him, Isokariari was forwarding additional documents to the Appeals Committee after his petition to the committee, adding that the documents were not brought to his notice for his response.

His words: “It was not until around 12 noon or 1 pm yesterday that those documents were made available to me for the first time. As it turned out, a message titled ROMEO ESQUIRE also emanated from the telephone number in question. I believe my opponent contrived the entire scheme to achieve a desired result to wit, have me disqualified.”

He however said that he wrote to the committee and not to Akpata, adding that he never interfaced with the NBA President. Mr. Reginald Ugwuadu, the Director-General of VikBee Campaign Organisation and Integrity Group Media 2022, had stated in a public notice before the reversal that “In the light of the foregoing, Viktor Benibo and his campaign organisation, being law abiding and sticklers for due process, have approached the Appeal Panel for a review of the decision and have also called for the intervention of the National President and NEC, to redress this injustice.”

Isokariari told CITY LAWYER that he was surprised that the Appeals Committee reopened the matter after it had rendered its decision, describing it as “curious.” He noted that the latest Supreme Court decision on the Bayelsa State Governorship Election is clear on the point that the committee became functus officio after its decision, adding that “it cannot sit on appeal on its own decision.”

He also queried the presence of members of the NBA Port Harcourt Branch Electoral Committee and the Branch Chairman among others during the virtual hearing, saying that he “did not think they ought to be there as they are not parties in the matter.”

On the allegation by some critics that the Appeals Committee may have been pressured to review its decision and deliver a specific outcome, the chairmanship candidate said that “I cannot impugn her (Uko’s) character. I will not allude to that or take that to bank.”

Akpata however debunked the allegation that he brought undue influence to bear on the committee to reverse itself due to pressure from some of his allies. He told CITY LAWYER that he merely sent a petition to the Appeals Committee for its attention.

His words: “I did not do anything to influence the process. But I had a responsibility to discharge as NBA President. I received a petition and sent it to Appeals Committee. The members of the appeals committees were carefully chosen. The calibre of people in the Appeals Committee are persons of impeccable character; you dare not tell them what to do.”

On her part, Uko also debunked the allegation of bowing to pressure to upturn the committee’s earlier verdict. She told CITY LAWYER that there was no truth in the claim, saying: “This is a false assumption and almost uncharitable as it does not represent the person and character of the NBA President Olumide Akpata who has worked tirelessly to institute a transparent, effective and well respected Association. Furthermore, it is a disservice to the work our committee has done for anybody to suggest that we may have been teleguided or railroaded into rescinding the Decision.

“May I suggest you request the petitioner or the respondent to furnish you with a copy of the NBA Branch Election Appeals Committee Decision dated 25th June, 2022, the Response to Mr. Viktor Benebo’s request dated 27th June, 2022 for the Appeals Committee to review and rescind the decision and the letter written by the Appeals Committee dated 29th June, 2022. These documents will give you an unbiased assessment of the position. Thank you for your kindness in reaching out to hear from us.”

The branch election holds tomorrow with only the positions of Chairman and Secretary being voted for, as the other posts are unopposed.

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AKWA IBOM AG ENDORSES GADZAMA, AKPABIO FETES HIM

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ATTORNEY-GENERAL, AKWA IBOM STATE ENDORSES JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN AS THE BEST CHOICE FOR THE NBA

During his stay in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN; Hon. Nimi Walson Jack, past general secretary of the NBA; Kunle Ogunba, SAN; Raphael Udoh; Hillary Ojeke and Blessing Eyibio joined members of the NBA, Uyo branch for a sit out. Mr. Uko Essien Udom, SAN (Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Akwa Ibom State) was also present at the sit out which was organized by members of the branch for the Learned Silk.

The leadership and other members of the branch who were at the event welcomed and thanked the Learned Silk for gracing their town with his presence. Past chairmen of the NBA, Uyo branch, Aniekan Akpan and Ekanem Ekanem noted that the Learned Silk is a consummate Bar man who has diligently served the NBA in various capacities. Furthermore, the incumbent chairman of the branch, Ememobong Nicholas remarked that the Bar is in need of a leader who is ready and willing to take the Bar to its final destination. He informed all present that the Learned Silk is the change needed to redeem the Bar and he assured the Learned Silk of his support towards his presidential ambition.

The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Akwa Ibom State who was also at the sit out noted that the Learned Silk is the most qualified candidate in terms of capacity and experience. He emphasized on the fact that the Learned Silk is presently the best choice for the Bar. Mr. Ndifreke Peter, YLF chairman of NBA, Uyo branch; Mrs. Maria Edet, Treasurer of NBA, Uyo branch and other members of the branch were also on ground to receive the Learned Silk.

The Learned Silk lauded the efforts of the branch towards his presidential ambition. He informed all that his presidential ambition was born out of his need to serve the Bar as he owes his success in life to God and the NBA. Also, he noted that in his capacity as the Chairman of the Mentorship Committee of the Body of Benchers, he will keep driving the need for adequate mentorship of young lawyers as it plays a significant role in the advancement of the legal profession.

Hon. Nimi Walson Jack and Kunle Ogunba, SAN urged all present to promote the presidential ambition of the Learned Silk and deliver the NBA presidency to him. They both noted that the Learned has played a great role in championing the affairs of the NBA and as such, it is only necessary that members of the Bar support his presidential ambition.

It was indeed an exciting evening as members were seen with radiant smiles on their faces while interacting amongst themselves and with the Learned Silk.

ANIEDI AKPABIO, ESQ. TREATS CHIEF JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN AND HIS ENTOURAGE TO A FEAST

On Tuesday, June 28, 2022, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN arrived the beautiful city of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State with his entourage comprising of Hon. Nimi Walson Jack, past Secretary General of NBA; Kunle Ogunba, SAN; Raphael Udoh; Blessing Eyibio and Hillary Ayebaifie Ojeke.

Upon his arrival, the renowned Aniedi Akpabio, Esq. and his lovely wife, Mrs. Emem Akpabio heartily welcomed the Learned Silk and his guests to his private residence in Essien Udim LGA. Mr. David Ekpo, chairman of the NBA, Ikot Ekpene branch; Dame Helen Egube; Hon. Akan Udo; Mr. Nkereuwen Akpabio; Mr. Nsikan Ukpong; Ubong Atang, Publicity secretary of the branch and Albert Umoh, YLF secretary of the branch were also present to welcome the Learned Silk at the residence of Aniedi Akpabio, Esq.

The Learned Silk utilized this opportunity to reconnect with his friend and also, express his gratitude to other members of the Bar who have been the foot soldiers piloting and projecting his NBA presidential ambition. Mr. David Ekpo, the chairman of the NBA, Ikot Ekpene branch assured the Learned Silk of his undying support and noted that action plans have been drawn out to ensure that the Bar is delivered to the Learned Silk. While commenting on the good deeds of the Learned Silk, Hon. Akan Udo expressed his allegiance to the Learned Silk.

The Chief Host, Aniedi Akpabio, Esq. noted that the Learned Silk is a credible and detribalized Bar man with a proven track record of excellence. He urged all present to make the right decision by supporting the Learned Silk. Also, Hon. Nimi Walson Jack and Kunle Ogunba, SAN spoke to the integrity and dedication of the Learned Silk. They implored all present to make a smart choice by supporting the Learned Silk as he has been and is still a solid pillar behind activities of the Bar.

In the course of the evening, there were loud chants of “JKNOWNOW” initiated by Kunle Ogunba, SAN and chorused by others present. It was indeed a beautiful evening which came to an end with the Learned Silk and his guests being treated to both local and continental dishes prepared specially by Mrs. Emem Akpabio.

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‘ATTEMPT BY BODY OF BENCHERS TO CONTROL NBA WILL SPELL DOOM,’ SAYS TAIDI

ATTEMPT BY THE BODY OF BENCHERS TO CONTROL THE NBA THROUGH THE BACKDOOR; A RECIPE FOR UTTER CHAOS

By Jonathan Gunu Taidi

The proposed amendment to the timeworn Legal Practitioners Act came as soothing news to progressive minds within the bar; finally we were going to do away with those inhibiting provisions which have outlived their usefulness.

Our joy was however cut short by the shocking revelation that the pristine bill intended for the National Assembly’s passage into law had been doctored with a view to circumventing, clandestinely, the sacrosanct powers and authority of the NBA. Some powers that be within the Body of Benchers had surreptitiously inserted a clause in the said bill, manifestly tampering with the descriptive standpoint of the NBA. The smuggled provision describes the NBA as follows:

“The Registered Trustees of the Nigerian Bar Association, and any other body incorporated for the governance and management of the Legal Profession”

Meanwhile, in the original bill the “NBA” was simply defined as the “Nigerian Bar Association”. The way it has always been.

This attempt by the Body of Benchers to hoodwink the NBA and forcefully take control of the NBA by doctoring the letters of the law is to say the least evil, by every standard. I make bold to state that this attempted coup is not unconnected to the emergence of a non- SAN as president of the NBA. Apparently, many oxen that were gored as a result, as well as sundry deflated bloated egos, remain wounded and unforgiving. This is an attempt to hold lawyers to ransom so that whenever certain powers-that-be are dissatisfied with the outcome of any NBA election, they can easily invoke this very divisive provision.

It is a recipe for anarchy, a foundation for complete uncertainty and distortion of established practices within the bar. It is mind-boggling trying to imagine a scenario where the doctored bill is passed into law and a furious NBA protests that same does not represent what was sent to the National Assembly even as the overlords within the Body of Benchers insists on the flawed bill – effectively dragging the legal profession to utter disrepute.

My question is; where would such an imbroglio leave young lawyers who are still trying to gain their footing in the profession, if they get caught up in such a web of authority tussle between the NBA and the Body of Benchers? Indeed, the possible number of bizarre eventualities that will confront us, where this evil provision to sail through, are endless. It is a good thing that the fraud was discovered and nipped in the bud.

May we never see the day where the collective will and progress of a collection of learned and noble minds are sacrificed on the altar of selfish and egoistic practices.

Long live the NBA.

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FUNMI ADEOGUN PLEDGES 10% REMITTANCE TO BRANCHES FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

INCREASE OF N1.5 BILLION CASH COLLATERAL TO N3 BILLION

AS THE NATIONAL TREASURER FUNMI ADEOGUN PLEDGES TO ADVOCATE FOR AN INCREASE TO N3BILLION THE N1.5 BILLION CASH COLLATERAL TO ENABLE LAWYERS ACCESS N4M CREDIT FACILITY INSTEAD OF THE CURRENT N2M CREDIT FACILITY

VOTE ! VOTE!! VOTE!!! ADEOGUN FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN AS YOUR TREASURER
JULY 16, 2022
# Financial Prudence of the Bar

10% REMITTANCE TO ALL BRANCHES FOR HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVITIES

FUNMI ADEOGUN PLEDGES TO ADVOCATE FOR 10% REMITTANCE TO ALL BRANCHES FOR HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVITIES. VOTE ADEOGUN FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN FOR TREASURER.# FINANCIAL PRUDENCE OF THE BAR

‘ISAAC OGBAH IS PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUNG LAWYERS’ WELFARE,’ SAYS CHRISTIANA DADA

I Mrs Christiana Dada Endorse Isaac Omuta Ogbah as the best candidate for the post of the 3rd vice president of NBA.

I have known Isaac Omuta Ogbah for well over 3 years and when I just joined NBA Ota branch in 2019, he Isaac Ogbah was still the chairman of the branch.

Isaac Ogbah is a good, credible and detribalized leader who passionately contributed to the welfare of the Young lawyers and elderly lawyers alike.

Isaac Ogbah has a great passion for leadership.

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CLEMENT CHUKWUEMEKA UNVEILS CAMPAIGN VIDEO

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Mr. Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka (Democrat), the immediate past Chairman of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Bwari Branch, Abuja, the sui generis Bar Leader and a candidate for the office of NBA 2nd Vice President in the forthcoming National NBA Election 2022, has launched his core 2 mandates video manifesto in a superb and apt manner.

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‘A WOMAN OF ZEAL AND INTEGRITY, AMANDA ASAGBA MADE AWLA HOUSEHOLD NAME,’ SAYS FALILAT

Distinguished Learned Silks, Erudite Learned Seniors and my Esteemed Learned Colleagues,

Please kindly support and vote Amanda Demechi- Asagba for NBA 3rd Vice President.

Amanda Asagba is a woman of character and integrity and an excellent team player. Her popular slang: “No excuse for failure- get the job done.”

I have served with her in AWLA Nigeria as AWLA Kwara State Coordinator for 4 years and I’ve found her to be an excellent leader, very passionate, productive and impactive. She’s a visionary leader and a go-getter. She leads by example, a servant-leader per excellence. She made AWLA a household name – walking the talk. She is a workaholic and very result oriented.

A vote for Amanda Asagba is a Vote for Excellence!!!

Awlan Falilat Orire

AWLA Kwara State COORDINATOR and Treasurer AWLA Nigeria

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‘IN CLEMENT CHUKWUEMEKA YOU’LL FIND A TRUE LEADER,’ SAYS MOHAMMED

CLEMENT UGO CHUKWUEMEKA: A MAN OF IMPECCABLE CHARACTER WORTHY TO BE ENTRUSTED WITH LEADERSHIP ROLE

My first encounter with Mr. Clement was at MOHAMMED NDARANI MOHAMMED SAN & CO., SOLACE LAW CHAMBERS, ABUJA. Precisely on the 18th, Day of April, 2022. The occasion was a courtesy visit to Learned Silk, MOHAMMED NDARANI MOHAMMED SAN, principal partner of NDARANI SAN & CO SOLACE LAW CHAMBERS ABUJA.

In my wildest dreams, I thought seeing the Learned Silk will not be a walk in the park. Lo and behold, the presence of Mr. Clement demystified the whole process and eliminated the protocol that would have caused much delay.

Mr. Clement engaged us in conversation. I quickly, on behalf of my colleagues, laid bare the reasons for our visit which was to intimate the learned Silk of the resolution by the National Association of Niger State Law Students (Naniglaws) NHQ to organize a national moot competition in his honor wherein States within the North Central region of Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, Kwara, Kogi and Niger will participate.

Mr. Clement Ugo Esq. played a significant role that saw to the huge success of the national moot competition.

All through the period of preparations to the event, Mr. Clement demonstrated the qualities of a leader – honesty, tolerance and selflessness.

In Mr. Clement you will find all a leader needs to propel any organisation/association.

It is my wish that people believe and entrust him with leadership position and I urge all lawyers, especially young lawyers, to support him by voting him as the next 2nd Vice President of NBA.

MOHAMMED AWWAL,
NATIONAL PRESIDENT, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGER STATE LAW STUDENTS (NANIGLAWS) NHQ.

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‘ISAAC OGBAH IS A MAN OF CHARACTER,’ SAYS NWAMAKA

When knowledge transcends merely knowing to emotional intelligence, its application forms the character of a person.

For several years, I have watched Isaac Ogbah, FICMC live this character effortlessly because he believes in the efficacy of “a bundle of many broomsticks” working for the same goal.

If given your mandate as the 3rd Vice-President of the Nigerian Bar Association, we all will be lending our voices to the strength of oneness and collective growth.

I am Nwamaka Lilian Anyaegbunam and I stand with Isaac Ogbah, FICMC.

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NBA APPEALS C’TE DISQUALIFIES PORT HARCOURT CHAIR ASPIRANT

The Nigerian Bar Association Branch Election Appeals Committee (East) has disqualified NBA Port Harcourt chairmanship aspirant, Mr. Viktor Benebo, paving the way for his erstwhile opponent, Mr. Romeo Isokariari to emerge unopposed as the branch chairman.

In a decision obtained by CITY LAWYER, the 9-member Nnenna Uko-led Appeals Committee upheld the contention of Isokariari that Benebo and his supporters carried out a campaign of calumny against him, saying: “It is the decision of this Appeals committee that the respondent Victor Benebo is hereby disqualified from contesting for the post of Chairman Port-Harcourt branch.

“The branch Electoral committee is hereby directed to remove the name of Victor Benebo on the list of those qualified to contest as chairman.”

The committee held that “The unpalatable bullying through a campaign of calumny was linked to the respondent and his supporters and so it would be a disservice to the association to allow such odious precedent to show up in our Association without calling it out fully.”

According to the Appeals Committee, “The Appeals Committee frowns at the campaign of calumny carried out against the petitioner. This attitude does not represent the noble ideals of the Nigerian Bar Association. Every member or aspirant to serve in an elective position has the right to be heard or considered without damaging their reputation or robbing them of their self-respect.”

It also threw out the decision of the Branch Electoral Committee which held that Isokariari’s petition was time barred.

Below is the full text of the decision.

APPEAL_PH branch

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‘LAWYERS WILL GET N4M LOAN UNDER MY WATCH,’ SAYS FUNMI ADEOGUN

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AS THE NATIONAL TREASURER FUNMI ADEOGUN PLEDGES TO ADVOCATE FOR AN INCREASE TO N3 BILLION THE N1.5 BILLION CASH COLLATERAL TO ENABLE LAWYERS ACCESS N4M CREDIT FACILITY INSTEAD OF THE CURRENT N2M CREDIT FACILITY

VOTE ! VOTE!! VOTE!!! ADEOGUN FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN AS YOUR TREASURER
JULY 16, 2022

# Financial Prudence of the Bar

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‘YOU ARE ONE OF US,’ NBA MINNA CHAIR EXTOLS GADZAMA

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JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN HOSTED TO LUNCH TREAT BY THE NBA MINNA BRANCH

On Monday, June 20, 2022 the Learned Silk Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his entourage including Mr. Mohammed Monguno, (Former Attorney-General, Borno State, Former Chairman NBA Maiduguri), Rt. Hon. Adamu Usman, (Former Attorney-General, Niger State and Former Speaker Niger State House of Assembly), Chief Oluwale, Mr. Sunusi Musa, Mr. Nasiru Usman (Chairman, NBA YLF), Mr. A.H Mohammed, Mr. Mark Chidi Agbo, (Junior Partner, J-K Gadzama, LLP), Rashidat Obamojure, Esq. (Senior Associate, J-K Gadzama, LLP, Chairperson, J-K Gadzama LLP Women’s Group), Mr. Hassan Sheriff (Associate J-K Gadzama, LLP) Miss Farida Lanre-Ipinmisho (Counsel, J-K Gadzama LLP), Miss Magai Magaji Aji (Counsel, J-K Gadzama LLP), Miss Rachel Jonathan and Mr. Anthony Ibe paid a courtesy visit to the NBA Minna Branch and had a sit-out session with Young Lawyers, Members and Executives, and FIDA Members at the NBA Minna Branch.

The opening remarks were rendered by Mr. Mohammed Waziri, (Chairman Elect of NBA Minna Branch). In his address the Chairman Elect welcomed the Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his entourage. He commended the impeccable personality of the Learned Silk, saying that the Learned Silk has remained a true Patriot of the Nigerian Bar and had come not just as a visitor but as one of them to share his ideas with the NBA Minna Branch.

Thereafter, he ceded the floor to the anchor who introduced Mr. Mohammed Monguno to address the attendees. Mr. Mohammed Monguno speaking passionately about the Learned Silk Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN said he had known the Learned Silk for a long time; since they were students. He said, “I have known Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and I still know him. He is someone who is resolute hardworking and God-fearing. I believe he can take the NBA to greater heights because I have watched him through the help of God advance his career from the lowest point without the advantage of a silver spoon to the peak of professional achievements. That is why I can speak on his behalf. I urge you all to give him your utmost support”.

Addressing the attendees, Mr. Mark referred to the Learned Silk as one who was not just interested in the professional growth of lawyers under his employment but was also concerned about personal development. He said, the Learned Silk had overtime ensured that his Counsel in the office were sponsored from time to time to take several certifications. He also referred to the Learned Silk as a quintessential Bar Patriot and a father not just to his biological children but his professional children.

Rashidat Obamojure, Esq. buttressed the Learned Silk’s ingenuity and fairness in handling issues in the office, (J-K Gadzama LLP). She described the Learned Silk as one who was fair to all regardless of religion, tribe or gender. According to her, about 65% of the Counsel in his office were female lawyers and the office had a women’s group known as Women’s Group of J-K Gadzama LLP. She urged the members of FIDA to support the Learned Silk in charting the course of the NBA.

Rt. Hon. Adamu Usman addressing the attendees, referred to J-K Gadzama, SAN as a true friend who always provided assistance when beckoned on. He recounted how he had been assisted several times by the Learned Silk. In his words, “J-K Gadzama, SAN is someone you all can trust and I believe he is most qualified for the job”.

Finally, the Learned addressed the attendees thanking them for their patience and kind gesture in hosting and accepting him as one of them. He said the meeting was not one for many speeches and as such he would adopt his manifesto and curriculum vitae as uploaded and shared on the website gadzama.com whilst mentioning a few things. He explained that there were no constraints on his ability to serve having amassed several achievements and gained experience through relentless service to the Nigerian Bar. In his words, “…the Nigerian Bar made me, I want reciprocate by serving the Bar in the highest possible capacity, give back to my colleagues and take the Nigerian Bar to higher heights by implementing new initiatives while continuing the good work of Mr. Olumide Akpata”. He thanked the audience for their rapt attention and prayed for God’s blessings for the Nigerian Bar.

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GADZAMA HAILS NBA BARNAWA FOR ACCEPTING HIM

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JOE-KYARI GADZAMA SAN ALONGSIDE EMINENT ENTOURAGE ATTENDS NBA BARNAWA 2022 LAW WEEK, DELIVERS GOODWILL MESSAGE AT THE OPENING CEREMONY

On Monday, June 20, 2022, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN attended the Opening Ceremony of the NBA Barnawa Branch (Model Branch) 2022 Annual Law Week, themed: Understanding the Electoral Act, 2022, held at the Jay Hiltin Hotel, 37 Libya Street, Barnawa, Kaduna State.

The Chairman of the Opening Ceremony was Muhammad Tukur Muazu Aliyu, the Acting Chief Judge of Kaduna State. Chief Gadzama delivered a Goodwill Message immediately after the Welcome Address by the Chairman of the Branch, Mr. Abdullahi Yahaya SAN.

Chief Gadzama appreciated the Branch for accepting him, and further commended the theme for the Law Week “Understanding the Electoral Act, 2022” as being very apt and relevant, considering the electioneering period the country is presently in and the attendant intrigues that come with it.

Accompanying Chief Gadzama to the NBA Barnawa Branch 2022 Law Week were Mr Mohammed Mongonu, the former Attorney-General of Borno State and Former Chairman Maiduguri Branch, Senior Lawyer Sunusi Musa of NBA Kano Branch, Hassan Sherif Esq of the NBA Abuja Branch, and an active member of the NBA SPIDEL and majority leader of the Democracy Africa Youth Parliament, Mr. Nasir Saidu Esq.

From the NBA Suleja Branch were Mr. Muhammad Hassan Adamu Esq, Mr Nasiru Usman Esq (YLF Chairman NBA Suleja Branch), Sagir Salisu Esq, and Abraham Favour Esq from the NBA Minna Branch. There was also Jummai Musa Esq of the NBA Kaduna Branch amongst a host of others.

Present at the event were the Hon. Justice A. M Talba JCA of the Court of Appeal, Kaduna Division. Hon Justice Abdulrahman Umar Abubakar, the Grand Khadi Kaduna State Sharia Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Danlami Garba, the President, Customary Court of Appeal, Kaduna State. And the representative of the Keynote Speaker, Mr. Elisah Kurah, SAN amongst a host of other eminent personalities.

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‘SULEJA FRIENDS OF JK’ HOST GADZAMA TO LUNCH

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SULEJA FRIENDS OF GADZAMA HOST CHIEF JOE-KYARI GADZAMA SAN AND ENTOURAGE TO AN INTERACTIVE LUNCH SIT-OUT

On June 19, 2022, Suleja Friends of Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN hosted Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN and members of his entourage to lunch at Yankee’s Hotel, Suleja, Niger State. This afforded an interactive platform between members of the NBA-Suleja Branch, the Young Lawyer Forum (YLF) of the NBA Suleja Branch and the Niger Chapter of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) all on the one hand, and the ever amiable Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN and members of his entourage,m on the other hand, at the Yankee’s Hotel, Suleja, Niger State.

The Learned Silk had amongst his entourage, Mr. Muhammad Mongonu, the former Chairman NBA Maiduguri Branch and Former Attorney-General of Borno State, Mr. Sanusi Musa Esq, the Senior Lawyer, Mr, Nasir Saidu and Mr Hassan Sherif, Esq, amongst a host of others.

Speaking at the event organised in honour of Chief Gadzama, Mr Mohammed Tanko Zakari, a Bar leader of the NBA Suleja Branch welcomed the Learned Silk. Mr. E U Iorna, a former NEC Member for the NBA Suleja Branch, offered the opening prayer.

Speaking further during his welcome remarks, Mr. Mohammed Tanko Zakari noted that the Learned Silk is well represented in the Branch and that there was no doubt that “J-K is a household name and the right candidate to lead the Bar”. He emphasized that the Learned Silk was not at the Branch for the campaign but for an interactive session. He concluded that “With J-K, NBA Suleja is in safer hand”.

Thereafter the Learned Silk introduced the members of his entourage which included the Former Chairman NBA Maiduguri Branch and Attorney-General of Borno State, Mr. Muhammed Monguno Esq, Senior Lawyer and Lead Coordinator, Northwest, Vox Populi Foundation, Mr Sanusi Musa Esq and Mr. Hassan Sherif, Esq amongst others.

Speaking to the members of the NBA- Suleja Branch, Mr. Mohammed Mongonu, Esq, the Former Attorney General of Borno State narrated that the Learned Silk’s several selfless instances of service to the bar. He stated that Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN is a man who stands for fairness, and professional excellence and was supremely ready to serve the Bar. He further stated that the Learned Silk is recognized and honoured in all parts of Nigeria; in the Western part as the Bobajiro of Akure Kingdom, in his hometown as the Sardauna of Uba, And more recently as the Shettima of Borno, and in the Eastern region as the Okwuluora of Ukpo. He further stated that the Learned Silk has been recognized even by the Federal Republic of Nigeria having been honoured with the title of OFR and MFR and that the Learned Silk’s accomplishments and qualifications are unquestionable, same as his unwavering commitment to the development of the legal profession.

Mr. Sanusi Musa urged the members of the NBA Suleja Branch to “follow person wey sabi road” that of all candidates, “na J-K sabi road pass” and that his antecedents speak for him. Mr. Sanusi noted that at such a critical time as this, the NBA cannot afford to have leaders that do not know what Bar leadership is all about.

Also addressing the gathering, Mr. A. M Idris, the former Chairman of NBA Suleja Branch noted that “the best man for the job now …is J-K “. E.U Iorna, described the Learned Silk as an “Abraham Lincoln” and “John Cena”, due to his never-say-die attitude, doggedness and tireless nature.

Mr. Ibrahim Bako, a chairmanship candidate for the NBA Suleja, noted that people should not catapult themselves into positions of authority without adequate and necessary preparations. He stated that Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN’s antecedents show that he is indeed a prepared candidate. He passionately noted that “we must look at pedigree, in 2016, when I was the NBA Suleja Branch Secretary, J-K requested that the NBA Suleja Branch send 10 lawyers for mentorship ” this according to Mr. Bawa shows that Chief Gadzama is a mentor, adequately prepared to take up the role of leadership. “If you want a Bar you will be proud of, vote for a prepared candidate, J-K Gadzama is a prepared candidate” he concluded.

A representative of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Niger Branch, Sadiya Muhammed spoke, praising the Learned Silk for his efforts and strides. Mrs Fatimah Muhammed, a member of the NBA Suleja Branch and FIDA stated that she was privileged to read the Learned Silk’s manifesto, especially the part that pertains to the remuneration for young lawyers, she appreciated the learned silk for making the young lawyers a priority,

Mr. Buhari Saidu Adamu, also of the NBA Suleja Branch noted that “J-K is not only ready to lead the Bar, but lead the Bar successfully and competently”. And that the members of the NBA- Suleja Branch will kowtow and vote for the Learned Silk.

The Vote of Thanks was given by an active member of the NBA SPIDEL and majority leader of Democracy Africa Youth Parliament, Mr. Nasir Saidu, who appreciated M. T Zakari And the NBA Suleja Branch, the YLF NBA Suleja Branch, for finding J-K worthy. Mr Muhammed Auwal thereafter offered the closing prayer.

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FUNMI ADEOGUN ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT:THE THREE SERVANTS (PT. 21)

ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT TITLED THE THREE SERVANTS ( Part 21)

Remember the lesson in part 20 is Don’t bury your Assets.

It should be noted that the money that is given to the servants is not their own. The money they earn with the capital is not theirs to keep. The servants are only stewards of the master’s investment, and it is the quality of their stewardship that the master seeks to measure.

We should maximize the use of our talents not for our own selfish purposes, but to honour the master. We know that we work in a fallen world. Because of the curse of sin, our work will be difficult. But we should feel satisfaction and joy from doing our best with what master has given us in the place where his providence puts us, seeking to succeed in order to honour him.

Lesson: THE THREE SERVANTS are only stewards of the master’s investment 

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‘WELFARE OF YOUNG LAWYERS MY TOP PRIORITY,’ SAYS GADZAMA

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“THE WELFARE OF YOUNG LAWYERS IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE TO ME” JOE-KYARI GADZAMA SAN DECLARES IN HIS MANIFESTO VYING FOR THE OFFICE OF THE NBA PRESIDENT

On Friday, June 17, 2022, the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) unveiled the manifesto of Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN who is contesting for the office of the NBA President in the forthcoming elections.

The Foundation of the Learned Silk’s manifesto is continuity and innovation. It encapsulates the eminent silk’s vision to take the Nigerian Bar Association to the next level. A level of greatness, effectiveness, transparency and accountability. Some of the Learned Silk’s intentions for the bar as contained in his manifesto are:

1. Improving young lawyers’ remuneration;

2. Inclusion of the Chairman of the Young Lawyers Forum as a NEC Member;

3. Mentorship for Young Lawyers;

4. Improving Lawyers’ Entitlements by Paying Practising Fees;

5. Stopping the Infiltration of the Legal Profession by Non-Lawyers;

6. Ensuring the Security of Lawyers;

7. Improving Lawyers’ Access to Finance;

8. Inclusion of Corporate/ In House Counsel in Affairs of the NBA;

9. Creating an education fund for lawyers;

10. Improving the Welfare of Law Teachers;

11. Improving the Welfare of Law Officers;

12. Ensuring Speedy Dispensation of Justice;

13. Promoting a Tech-Savvy Judiciary;

14. Protecting the Interest of Lawyers with Special Needs;

15. Sexual and Gender-Based Violence/ Promotion of Gender Balance;

16. Ensuring Electoral Reforms; and

17. Promotion of Public Interest Litigation.

Indeed, it is evident that the Learned Silk’s administration will lead to an all-inclusive bar wherein the legal profession and its members will thrive.

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‘GADZAMA IS BOLD, PEOPLE-ORIENTED LEADER WE NEED,’ SAYS OLOGBENLA

NBA NATIONAL ELECTION: PRINCE ADEDOYIN OLOGBENLA ESQ ENJOINS THE ELIGIBLE MEMBERS OF THE BAR TO ELECT LEADERS WHO UNDERSTAND THE ISSUES BEDEVILING THE BAR

Dear Learned Seniors & Colleagues,

As we are undoubtedly aware, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) National Election for the National offices is scheduled to come up in a few months albeit via electronic voting. This election affords us the opportunity to choose our representatives in the National offices including the office of the President. This Election bestows upon us a golden opportunity to elect leaders who understand the issues bedeviling the Bar on a day-to-day basis, and whose primary pursuit will be to voice the concerns of the Bar at the National level.

As stated in ECNBA Preliminary Notice of the 17th March 2022, electronic voting will commence from 00:00 hours to 23:59 hours on Saturday, 16th of July 2022. A chance to vote for a candidate that possesses genuine passion for the Bar with unbiased perspective to address all discrepancies within the Bar both at the National and at the Branch level. We need a frontliner at the Bar who not only understands the Bar/Bench but who also recognizes the import of protecting the interests of every stakeholder.

It is in all our best interest to vote and make your voice matter on Saturday, 16th of July 2022. An opportunity to usher in a bold, energetic, experienced and people-oriented leadership to represent us at the Bar both at the National and at the Branch level.

Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN is capable and ready to voice your interests at the National and at the Branch level.

You and I must do all we can, to get everyone we know to lend their voice on the election day, 16th of July 2022 between the hours of 00:00 to 23:59. DO YOUR PART BY VOTING FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE!

VOTE Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN as the next NBA President as the Bar’s future depends on his aspiration.

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For NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION

Prince Adedoyin Ologbenla LL.B, BL, DSS (B.U), CBL. INT’L (OXFORD, U.K)
Senior Associate.
BA LAW LLP
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FUNMI ADEOGUN ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT: THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 18)

ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT: THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 18)

Remember the lesson in part 17 is: Evaluate each of the SERVANTS according to his ability and capacity before committing your Treasury in his hands.

Also, carefully Evaluate Someone You Entrust with your Money

Trust is important when it comes to finance. If you’re thinking about entrusting money to someone else, make time to check the company or individual out. This could be looking around online or asking around. Another good question is to ask how someone is paid or if they are a fiduciary.

Lesson: Carry out background check on the person you want to Entrust with your Money 

FUNMI ADEOGUN
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* Corporate and Business Law (LW)
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* Performance Management (PM)
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* Taxation (TX)

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* Business and Technology (BT)
* Financial and Accounting (FA)
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‘I WILL ASSIST NBA PRESIDENT TO FOSTER RULE OF LAW,’ VOWS LIMAN SALIHU

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The cardinal objective of the N.B.A is to promote the Rule of Law. I will at all times assist the NBA President in ensuring the promotion of the Rule of Law, Good Governance, Equity, Fairness and Justice prevail in our society.

Thus, the primary responsibility of the 1st Vice President is to assist the NBA President and any other role that may be assigned by the President.

My vision if elected as the 1st Vice President while working with the President of the NBA is:

 To uphold the standard and reputation of the legal profession while entrenching global best practice as the core values of any lawyer in Nigeria.

 To create a National Data Base for lawyers in Nigeria and all human Rights cases in Courts across the Country

 To resuscitate and re-engineer the NBA Human Rights Institute for greater efficiency.

 To hold National Summit for Young Lawyers in Nigeria on Matters Generally affecting our Practice, Opportunities in the Legal Profession, Human Rights, Gender Based issues and remuneration of Young Lawyers.

 To ensure that NBA partners or collaborate with Civil Societies for the promotion of Human Rights in Nigeria and by so doing strengthen the Human Rights posture of the Association.

 There will be Continuous Legal Education and Capacity Building Programmes for lawyers with more emphasis in ICT

 To introduce National Pro bono Project to assist the indigent and less privileged in our society in civil and criminal matters for access to justice and speedy dispensation of cases in Nigeria.

 NBA intervention programs for young lawyers.

 Endowment programs for lawyers and above all empowerment of lawyers to have decent means of livelihood.

 To move the NBA to initiate voluntary six (6)months to one (1) year internship program for young lawyers with prestigious law firms in Nigeria and abroad which will be code named Bringing Up Smart Lawyers in Nigeria or the Smart Lawyers Project

Thanks

Liman Salihu Esq

Former Chairman, NBA Lokoja

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‘LET BENIN’S POSITIVE ENERGY ENVELOP YOU,’ EDE ASENOGUAN TELLS MIDWEST BAR DELEGATES

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ASENOGUAN OSAMUEDE ISOBOMUWA, CANDIDATE FOR NBA GENERAL SECRETARY WELCOMES MEMBERS OF MIDWEST BAR FORUM TO BENIN FOR THEIR GENERAL MEETING

Asenoguan Osamuede Isobomuwa, a leading candidate for the position of NBA Secretary has sent out a message to all members of the Midwest Bar Forum, welcoming them to the Forum’s general meeting holding in Benin today, 18th June, 2022.

The statement reads:

“It is with great delight that I welcome the distinguished leadership and members of the Midwest Bar Forum to our general meeting holding today, 18th June 2022 in the ancient city of Benin.

“Benin has always been a home to our great Forum and we are always glad to host its events. As we prepare to rub minds today, it is my prayer that all the positive energy associated with our peace loving city will abide with us and we shall reach resolutions that would further consolidate on our achievements.

“I wish us all a resoundingly successful meeting today.”

Signed:
Asenoguan Osamuede Isobomuwa, Esq.,
Past Chairman NBA Benin
Candidate for NBA General Secretary

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AMANDA ASAGBA APPLAUDS SURULERE LAWYERS ON BRANCH STATUS

I wish to congratulate the leadership and members of Surulere Lawyers Forum (SLF) on the historic elevation of the Forum to a full-fledged branch of the Nigerian Bar Association by the NBA National Executive Council (NBA-NEC) at its recent meeting in Ilorin, Kwara State.

This is a well-deserved achievement when viewed against the backdrop of your longstanding Bar activism and uncommon programmes which target the welfare of your teeming and active members.

Let me also put on record my deep appreciation to you all for the very warm reception you extended to me and the opportunity accorded me to address the Forum. Please be assured that I do not take this for granted.

While commending our indefatigable NBA President, Mr. Olumide Akpata for his foresight in creating the new branches, I urge you all to continue with your laudable goal of promoting human rights and rule of law as well as fostering the well-being of members.

AMANDA DEMECHI-ASAGBA
AWLA President

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ISAAC OGBAH LAUDS SURULERE LAWYERS ON NEW BRANCH

Isaac Omuta Ogbah, Candidate for the forthcoming NBA 3rd Vice President national elections attends NBA Surulere Lawyers’ Forum (SLF) meeting.

* Congratulates the leadership and the entire members of SLF on the creation of the NBA Surulere Branch alongside other 2 new branches created at the Ilorin NEC meeting of the NBA.

* Commends then on the Unity that abounds amongst the members of SLF since 2006 when the forum was established and admonishes then to build on the existing unity of purpose to ensure that this young branch of the NBA emerges as one of the best NBA branches in years to come.

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LAW WEEK: ISAAC OGBAH HAILS FIDA LAGOS

ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH SENDS GOODWILL MESSAGE TO THE LAGOS BRANCH OF THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN LAWYERS

For decades FIDA has been on the forefront for the rights and welfare of women and the girl child. In thick and thorns you have navigated and done all it takes to ensure that their rights are enforced, protected and their interests are protected.

Though you have done more than one could have ever asked and or demanded for yet you never relent in continuing your good hearted and selfless services to the voiceless, the vulnerable and less privileged ones in the society.

I have no doubt that both in heaven and herein on earth God will richly reward you all for your labor of love you have been showing and would still continue to show to the women fold.

You are worth being celebrated and we celebrate you all now and always. The host of heaven and all of us herein on earth celebrate you and will forever celebrate you.

Once again congratulations to FIDA Lagos state on your 2022 Law Week events.

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‘GADZAMA FRIENDSHIP CENTRE’ OPENS FOR LAWYERS IN ABUJA

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FRIENDS OF J-K GADZAMA SAN, SET UP FRIENDSHIP CENTER FOR LAWYERS IN ABUJA.

Friends of J-K Gadzama SAN have set up a friendship center for lawyers in Abuja which will be in place daily from Mondays to Fridays effective from Thursday, 16th June, 2022 from 6pm – 8:00pm at the SMA Belgore Hall, Ground Floor, J-K Gadzama Court, Garki 2, Abuja. The Friendship Centre is free and open to all lawyers.

It is designed to create a daily avenue for lawyers to network, relax, unwind and enjoy themselves in a convivial atmosphere as there promises to be light music, small chops, finger foods, drinks etc to aid relaxation and ease stress for the day’s job.

The initiators have also confirmed that there will be free body/health checks like blood pressure, blood sugar level, weight, height, body mass index (BMI), temperature etc. for lawyers.

Lawyers in Abuja are enjoined to indulge, network and socialize maximally as the Friendship Centre kicks off by 6pm on Thursday, 16th June, 2022 at J-K Gadzama Court, Garki 2, Abuja. It promises to be fun all the way.

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‘I WILL PARTNER WITH YOU ON ACTIVISM,’ CLEMENT CHUKWUEMEKA TELLS NBA IKEJA

‘WHEN THE TIGER ROARS, IT CAN ONLY BE FROM THE FORESTCITY OF IKEJA’

The Sui Generis Bar leader, the Ikeja Voice in Bwari Branch of Abuja, the immediate Past chairman of NBA Bwari Branch, Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka felicitate the Ikeja Branch of NBA (Tiger Bar) over well thought out theme of the law week.

The NBA always get their voice as a pressure group from the manner and credence the Ikeja Branch gives to topical issues affecting the nation. Ikeja branch over the years have demonstrated capacity as a voice for the entire country , if they are not doing it as a branch, you must at all time see a member from the branch standing out amongst colleagues to demand for what all of us are enjoying today .

We must appreciate The chairman and his excos for their resilience in keeping to the road map led by the predecessors. Ikeja Bar having the likes of FEMI FALANA (SAN) AND Dr. MONDAY ONYEKACHI UBANI (SAM) and others, you will agree with me that The Tiger Bar remain the leading light amongst branches in area of human rights advocacy and holding government accountable to the ills of the society.

As a candidate to the office of the 2nd Vice President of NBA in the forthcoming national Election, I shall work with the branch towards speaking truth to power .

As the law week winds down, may we continue to wish the branch only the best as we form a coalition towards a better society come 2023 and beyond .

The Sui Generis Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka, is coming in Democratic New order for the BAR.

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‘WE WILL ISSUE CODE ON LAWYER SAFETY SOON,’ GADZAMA TELLS NBA-NEC

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ENCOMIUMS AS THE JOE-KYARI GADZAMA-LED NBA-SARC PRESENTS ITS REPORT TO NBA-NEC, MAKES BOLD RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPROVED SAFETY OF LAWYERS

At the Nigerian Bar Association – National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, held at Ilorin on Thursday, June 9, 2022, the chairman of the NBA- Security Agencies Relations Committee (NBA-SARC), Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN, presented the report of the NBA- SARC, highlighting the streak of successes, strives, strides and achievements of the NBA-SARC, in less than 6 months of its inauguration, stating that within the period of six months of the inauguration of the NBA-SARC, the Committee has successfully intervened in over 15 cases involving legal practitioners and security agencies across the country.

Chief Gadzama stated further that apart from the NBA-SARC’s interventions, it has also organised a Townhall Sensitization Webinar where it created awareness of its mandates. On Saturday, February 19, 2022, the NBA-SARC also organized a roundtable discussion with executives of the NBA branches and thereafter followed up with a virtual townhall sensitization for young lawyers, this is to create a consciousness of its mandate and also to discuss issues bothering on safety and welfare of legal practitioners.

The NBA-SARC has also participated in the CLEEN Foundation Methodology Workshop ahead of the Police Reform Audit in Nigeria, an event which was held on May 18, 2022, at the NBA-Secretariat, among a host of other events participated in, aim at championing improved welfare for the Nigerian Lawyers.

Speaking passionately, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama said there was a lot more to do as he itemized the several upcoming programs of the NBA-SARC. He noted that the NBA-SARC has also lined up a series of other hybrid programs, physical and online, directed at the sensitization of both personnel of security agencies and legal practitioners, viz Webinars, Workshops, Courtesy Visits, et al. tailored, ultimately, for an improved efficient and cordial relations with security agencies across the country, focally including the Nigerian Police Force.

In the NBA-SARC’s report as presented by Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN, the following far-reaching recommendations for the improved safety of the Nigerian lawyers were made:

1. Subcommittees of the NBA-SARC at each of the 125 branches of the NBA: That in line with the mandates of the NBA-SARC to work with the various branches of the NBA to achieve, at the branch level, its objectives, there is plan to raise subcommittees of the NBA-SARC at each of the 125 branches of the NBA, comprised of 5 to 15 members of the Young Lawyers’ Forum (YLF), to be headed by the Chairmen of the YLF of each branch, and the National Chairman of the NBA YLF, to be co-opted to our Committee.

Chief Gadzama explained that this will provide a prompt complaint platform, more easily accessible to members of the NBA, at the various branch level. This will also help in the collation of harassment cases and intimidation against lawyers by security agencies, and importantly, the urgency with which they are dealt with. It is also worthy of note that the YLF provides an arsenal that can be empowered by the NBA to help in the fight against human rights abuses, thereby promoting public interest lawyering.

2. Wider membership of NBA-SARC to include Representatives of the Law Enforcement Agencies: The NBA-SARC Chairman explained that the importance of having all hands on deck for the NBA-SARC and the NBA to consistently take the lead in the safety and welfare of all legal practitioners across the country. That there was a dire need for a broadened membership of the NBA-SARC to include representatives of the Law Enforcement Agencies who are Legal Officers that are part and parcel of the NBA as qualified legal practitioners within the public sector. This will further foster a harmonious relationship with these respective law enforcement agencies.

3. Preparation of a Code of Engagement for Lawyers in their Relations with Law Enforcement Agencies: Chief Gadzama explained that one of the mandates of the NBA-SARC is to “develop and promote proper protocols for engagement with security agencies by lawyers, in the course of carrying out their professional duties”. That the Committee has noted the need for a code that provides guidelines and/or protocols to aid lawyers in proper engagement with security agencies in the course of carrying out professional duties.

4. Need for the NBA-SARC to be a Standing Committee: The NBA-SARC Chairman explained that the NBA-SARC presently liaises with these security agencies with a view to stemming the ugly trend of harassment of legal practitioners and engendering a harmonious and mutually beneficial working relationship between members of the NBA and members of the various Security Agencies. This, Chief Gadzama, explained as an ongoing process and bridges of trust and mutual respect are presently being built. That as with bridges, it takes consistency, hard work planning and strategy to build. If the present drive to ensure the welfare and safety of legal practitioners is to be further entrenched and strengthened, that there is an urgent need to make the NBA-SARC a Standing Committee of the NBA so that there is continuity in the works of the Committee, so that the efforts made so far, do not go down the drain and that the momentum set by this Akpata-led administration is sustained.

5. The Need for Yearly Workshop or Town Hall meeting with Law Enforcement Agencies: The successes recorded at the 1st Hybrid Townhall Meeting of the NBA-SARC held on the 5th day of April, 2022, at the Auditorium of the NBA National Secretariat, Abuja should be sustained. Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama explained that the floodgate of feedback at the said maiden Hybrid Meeting, jointly emphasize the need for frequent liaisons and/or interaction between the Bar and the security agencies and that there was a need for more of such meetings to foster a cordial relationship between the NBA and security agencies across Nigeria. The Gadzama-led Committee has therefore reiterated the need for a yearly workshop and/or Town-hall meeting with law enforcement agencies across the country.

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GADZAMA STORMS NBA BWARI DINNER, MAKURDI, BENIN BRANCH

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J-K WE KNOW! – JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN JOLLIES WITH THE NBA BWARI BRANCH (CRADLE BAR), RECEIVES AWARD OF HONOUR AT HER 2022 LAW WEEK DINNER

It is often said that the fondest memories are made around the table, and what makes a table feel like home is when it is shared with those you consider family. Perhaps, taking a cue from the aphorism, the jovial Bar Patriot, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN on Wednesday, June 9, 2022 joined the members of the NBA Bwari Branch at their Annual Law Week Dinner.

The event which was attended by many members and executives of the Branch, Elders of the Bar, former executives, Young Lawyers’ Group, J-K Gadzama LLP and Women’s Group of J-K Gadzama LLP, came alive with the opening remarks of the NBA Bwari Branch Chairman, Mr. Monday Adjeh who amongst many other things thanked the attendees for deeming it necessary to take out the time to wine, dine and dance with their colleagues at the Nigerian Bar. He recognized the presence of Past Branch Chairmen, Elders and the Director-General of the Nigerian Law school ably represented, reiterated his thanks and appreciation and urged everyone to feel free and have a good time.

The master of ceremony, thrilled the audience to a good laugh and hearty cheers with a comedy performance and an interactive game session. Highlight of the event was the opening of the dance floor by the Chairman of Branch. Other members and executives then joined him on the dancefloor in the euphoria of merriment. The jovial Learned Silk, Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN then stepped in with his friends including, Mr. Mohammed Monguno, (Former Attorney-General, Borno State, Former Chairman NBA Maiduguri Branch), Mr. Darligton Onyekwere, (Partner, J-K Gadzama LLP). As the Learned Silk’s presence was announced, members of the Cradle Bar welcomed him with hearty cheers of “J-K we know!”.

The Learned Silk and Bar Patriot in his usual gleeful demeanor took to the dancefloor with his vintage moves and more lawyers joined in the thrill of the moment with more chants of “J-K we know!”. Mr. Chukwuemeka Clement, fondly called Democrat (Former Chairman, NBA Bwari Branch) welcomed the Learned Silk and led him to his table.

The dinner which had been scheduled as a closing ceremony for their 2022 Law Week which began on June 3, 2022, coincidentally marked the one year anniversary since the Learned Silk, Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN christened the Branch as the Cradle Bar.

Attendees were treated to a sumptuous delicacies after which awards were presented to some members of the Branch for their outstanding service and contributions to the growth of the Nigerian Bar, Bwari Branch. Amongst many others, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN was also presented with an award of honour. Receiving the award from Mr. B.O Nafagha, (Former Chairman, Bwari Branch), the Learned Silk thanked the leadership and membership of the NBA Bwari Branch and urged them to continue to make laudable feats towards achieving the Nigerian Bar of their dream.

The dinner came to a close with concluding remarks from Mr. Paul B. Daudu (Chairman, 2022 Law Week Planning Committee) who thanked everyone for their time and support.

J-K GADZAMA SAN JOINS THE BENIN BRANCH (LION BAR) FOR THEIR MONTHLY MEETING

Learned Silk, Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN on Sunday, June 12, 2022 alongside his friends including Prof. Paul Idornigie, SAN, (Board Member, Janada International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation) Prof. G.L Umoru (Head of Business Law, Igbinedion University, Okada), Mr. Patrick Ediale, (Former Branch Chairman, Unity Bar) Mr. Godswill Iyoke, Mr. Francis Oronsaye (Managing Partner, J-K Gadzama LLP) and Mr. Victor Ehiosun (Counsel, J-K Gadzama LLP and Member, Young Lawyers’Group, J-K Gadzama LLP) joined the members of the NBA Benin Branch, (Lion Bar) at NBA Bar House, for their branch meeting.

The Chairman of the Branch, Mr. Pius Oiwoh, welcoming the Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his entourage charged members of the Lion Bar to cede the floor to the Learned Silk who wanted to make a formal address.

The Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, thanked the members and executives of the Benin Branch for giving him the opportunity to be part of the august occasion. He recognized all the executives of the Lion Bar reiterating his gratitude to them for always allowing him to be a part of the Branch. He then spoke to the crowd on the reason for his visit.

Addressing the attendees, the seasoned Bar Patriot explained that the Lion Bar was dear to his heart because they had always shown unwavering commitment to the course of the Nigerian Bar and produced some of the finest lawyers he had worked with. He said, “Edo State has produced Managing Partners in our office overtime. Our former managing partner, Mr. Henry Oseriemen Michael-Ihunde is from here and even the current managing partner is also from here. So, I am more or less back home, and I am very happy to be here with you. The Nigerian Bar Association is one that is dear to our hearts and we will continue to uphold its course as lawyers, democrats and God-fearing citizens of Nigeria. I have the requisite experience and I know what ideas to implement to take the Nigerian Bar to higher heights. Your brother, Mr. Olumide Akpata has done fantastically well. This is even the more reason why you need someone to continue to build on the legacy. I do my best in my individual capacity to proffer solutions to the challenges of the Bar. I believe in mentorship and empowerment of Young Lawyers. I also believe in gender equality. As a matter of fact, female lawyers form about 65% of the workforce in my office. All I ask is for a platform to do this at a National level and serve the interest of the Bar. My loyalty is only to the Constitution of the NBA, the Nigerian Constitution and God the Almighty. Thank you”.

The attendees gave the Learned Silk a resounding ovation with cheers of “J-K is okay”.

J-K GADZAMA, SAN JOINS THE SPEAKER BENUE STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, CHIEF JUDGE OF BENUE STATE, PRESIDENT, BENUE STATE CUSTOMARY COURT OF APPEAL, CHAIRMAN NBA MAKURDI BRANCH AND MEMBERS OF THE NBA MAKURDI BRANCH AT THE THANKSGIVING SERVICE OF THE NBA MAKURDI BRANCH 2022 LAW WEEK

On Sunday, June 5, 2022, Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his entourage including Mela Audu Nunghe, SAN(Former. Chairman Abuja Branch), Steve Abar ( Former. Vice President NBA, Former. National Assistant Secretary), Ganny Ajape (Former. National welfare Secretary of the NBA), Samson Samson Gotom (NBA Jos Branch Secretary), Jerry Ombugadu Musa ( Financial Secretary Unity bar, Abuja and Junior Partner, J-K Gadzama LLP), Victor Ehiosun (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Love Chukwumerije (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Esther Oduh (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), and Ogwuche Roseline (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), joined the thanksgiving church service of the NBA Makurdi Branch 2022 Annual Law Week at St. Dominics Catholic Church, Sachi presided over by Very Reverend Father Michael Murphy CSSP.

The occasion which was graced by several dignitaries including Hon. Justice Aondover Kaka’an( Chief Judge Benue State), Hon. Justice Cosmos A. Idye (President, Benue State Customary Court of Appeal), Rt. Hon. Titus Uba (Speaker Benue State House of Assembly) and Justin Gbagir, Esq ( Chairman NBA Makurdi branch) received a robust attendance as many members of the NBA Makurdi Branch were in attendance fully robed.

The Priest in delivering his sermon admonished everyone on the importance of thanksgiving to God Almighty for the many seen and unseen gifts he bestows on everyone. The Priest, speaking to the lawyers asked them to keep the hope of the lower social class alive by ensuring that they always lend their voice to justice.

After the sermon, the thanksgiving procession began, followed by prayers were made for the members of the NBA Makurdi Branch and benediction.

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FUNMI ADEOGUN ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT: THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 14)

ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT: THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 14)

Remember the lesson in part 13 is, ‘If you don’t develop your potential in business management no master will allocate TREASURE to you.’

The master in the parable of ‘THE THREE SERVANTS’ also gives us insight into the second parameter used in allocating capital:

The second basis for allocation of capital is DEMONSTRATED ability. It is why capital was re-allocated from the man who made no use of his capital, and transferred to the man who made use of his capital. Demonstrated ability. This is why some people can’t understand why God keeps blessing the business of someone they consider “unspiritual.” It is capacity God is looking at. And that’s not saying we should be carnal. I’m just explaining a phenomenon. It’s important you understand how God reasons when it comes to business. He’s pretty serious about economic resources.

Lesson: Master needs DEMONSTRATED ABILITY AND CAPACITY. Do have the required experience?

FUNMI ADEOGUN

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‘ISAAC OGBAH IS SOCIAL ACTIVIST, VOICE OF VOICELESS,’ SAYS ADEGOKE

My name is Wale Adegoke, Esq. I am a Legal Practitioner, Chartered Arbitrator, and the current Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Bar association (NBA) and the Chairman, Human Right Committee.

Hearing about the interest of Isaac Omuta Ogbah, FICMC in contesting for the position of 3rd Vice President of the NBA, I know that the time has come for the real change to galvanize the legacies of the Olumide Akpata administration.

I have known Ogbah for a very long time precisely around 2004-2005 when we worked together as Counsel in the Law Firm of Punuka Chambers at Lake Street, Apongbon, Lagos State. His passion for law is contagious. No wonder he excelled at the interview and was hired. All through the period we were together, he performed creditably and was a model of diligence and discipline.

After his exit from the firm, he had carved numerous niche for himself including setting up of the ‘Erudite Judgements of the Supreme Court’ and publication of several legal texts including the one in intellectual property.

He is a social activist and a voice to the voiceless on critical social issues.

Subsequently, he became the Vice Chairman of the Utter Bar between the periods of 2016–2018 and served as the Chairman from 2018-2020. His administration came out to be trail blazing and standards. He launched the Utter Bar into national prominence and Bar consciousness that catapulted our Branch to the 5th position out of the 125 branches nationwide as at the time.

Isaac Omuta Ogbah, FICMC work ethics is second to none and has the unique skills of innovation, communication, relationship building and philanthropy as his great strengths which will come in handy in his role as the 3rd Vice President [when elected]. He has single handedly spearheaded public/bar related projects without expectation of rewards.

It is for these reasons and many more that I wholeheartedly endorse Isaac Omuta Ogbah for the office of the 3rd Vice President of the NBA.

This is a golden opportunity for the legal profession in Nigeria to have a genuine asset in the person of Isaac Omuta Ogbah onboard our ship who can truly walk the talk.

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FUNMI ADEOGUN’S FINANCIAL INVESTMENT NUGGETS: PARTS 11-13

ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT TITLED THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 11)

Remember the lesson in part 10 is ‘Don’t hesitate to remove an unproductive servant from your management.’

It is good to know that success is a product of our work.

Adam was placed in the garden to work it and take care of it. We were made to work.

It is good to know the psyche of master, the financial investor. Ironically the servant who gave us insight into this psyche was the third servant, the one who didn’t make use of the capital allocated to him. This is how the servant describes him: “I knew you to be a harsh and hard man, reaping where you did not sow, and gathering where you had not winnowed.” (Matthew 25:24 AMP) The Message bible puts it this way: “I know you have high standards and hate careless ways, that you demand the best and make no allowances for error.”

These are thus the characteristics of the master:
1. He has very high standards
2. He hates carelessness in business
3. He zero tolerance for error
4. He hates disappointment
5. He wants his money intact
6. He’s a hard-nosed businessman
7. He disdains over-cautiousness

Lesson: You must Have a high standard

FUNMI ADEOGUN

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* Corporate and Business Law (LW)
* Reporting (FR)
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* Financial Management (FA)
* Audit and Assurance (AA)
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ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT TITLED THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 12)

Remember the lesson in part 11 is ‘You must have a High standard’

In fact, the Holy Quran Teaches Us to Hire Top Talent. According to Mohammed A. Faris:

*There is a well-known passage in the Quran, that describes the story of Prophet Musa (Moses) – Peace be upon him (PBUH) – and his interactions with two young women and their father.

As I was reflecting on this passage, I realized that this passage contains some powerful lessons on how to effectively hire top talent that CEOs & HR managers can all learn from.

If you’re not a Muslim – don’t worry, I’ll explain the passage below. If you’re a Muslim – turn to Chapter 28, verses 23-28 for the passages I’m quoting below.

The Story
The story begins with Musa (PBUH), after escaping Egypt, entering the town of Madyan and seeing two women struggling to water their sheep. Here’s how the Quran describes the scene:

And when he came to the well of Madyan, he found there a crowd of people watering [their flocks], and he found aside from them two women driving back [their flocks]. He said, “What is your circumstance?” They said, “We do not water until the shepherds dispatch [their flocks]; and our father is an old man.”

So he watered [their flocks] for them; then he went back to the shade and said, “My Lord, indeed I am, for whatever good You would send down to me, in need.”

So Musa (PBUH) offers them help, and then goes to sit under a tree making a supplication to God for some desperate help (you can imagine him hungry, tired, and has no where to go after a long travel).

A little short while after he helped the two women, one of them approaches him and invites him over to her father’s place who wants to reward him for helping his daughters. Here’s how the Quran describes the incident:

Then one of the two women came to him walking with shyness. She said, “Indeed, my father invites you that he may reward you for having watered for us.” So when he came to him and related to him the story, he said, “Fear not. You have escaped from the wrongdoing people.”

7 Practical Lessons of Hiring from Two Verses in this Story
Here’s where it gets interesting and connects to the topic of hiring top talent:

One of the women said, “O my father, hire him. Indeed, the best one you can hire is the strong and the trustworthy.”

There are 4 observations here:

Look for people with a proven CV.

The woman noticed Musa’s skills and character and Musa demonstrated both of these when he helped them out earlier in the day. When looking for top talent for our companies, we shouldn’t just hire people based on what they tell you they’ve done. Let them show you clear examples of what they’ve achieved. Even better, always be on the lookout for top talent outside your official hiring lines (e.g. at trade conferences, airport business lounges, even non-profit board).

When you want to hire somebody, start with a referral. The daughter offered a strong reference to her father to hire Musa. We all know that references are powerful ways to vet your talent and make sure that your talent truly matches their CV, but how many of us start the hiring process from referrals? Won’t it be cheaper and more effective to start the hiring process by asking for references to top talent from our immediate circles? (Yes, I’m aware this might not work for some large companies or highly competitive industries – but for small/medium businesses, this can be effective)

Skill + Character are key: Notice the two qualities that the woman mentioned to her father “strong and trustworthy”. When looking for talent, we should not always look for the most skillful, we should also look for character and trustworthiness. Skill alone doesn’t make talent. Skill + Character is the more powerful criteria. Think of developing 2 sets of questions for the interviews: one that judges skill, and the other that judges character.

Start with Skill: Having said that, notice how strength/skill was mentioned first and then trustworthiness. And this is another important lesson.

Lesson: Hire Top Talents

FUNMI ADEOGUN

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* Reporting (FR)
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* Financial Management (FA)
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* Taxation (TX)

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ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT TITLED THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 13)

Remember the lesson in part 12 is ‘Hire Top Talents.’

Successful investing is a journey, not a one- time event, and you ‘ll need to prepare yourself as you are going on a long trip.
The master in the parable of THE THREE SERVANTS also gives us insight into the two parameters used in allocating capital:

1. The first parameter is potential. Master allocated money to the servants according to their potential capacities and abilities, not according to sentiments.

If you don’t develop your potential in business management, no master will allocate capital to you.

Attend seminars, read business books, learn to read financials, business journals, watch business TV, familiarize yourself with the technical jargon of free markets, develop your potential, take investment course that deals with modern financial ideas, read books such as Stocks for the Long Run by Jeremy Siegel et al.

Investment is a combination of science (financial fundamentals) and art (qualitative factors).

The scientific aspect of finance is a solid place to start and should not be ignored.

Lesson: If you don’t develop your potential in business management no master will allocate TREASURE to you.

FUNMI ADEOGUN

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* Corporate and Business Law (LW)
* Reporting (FR)
* Performance Management (PM)
* Financial Management (FA)
* Audit and Assurance (AA)
* Taxation (TX)

* she has applied KNOWLEDGE IN
* Business and Technology (BT)
* Financial and Accounting (FA)
* Management Accounting (MA)

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‘LAWYERS MUST LEAD QUEST FOR DEMOCRACY,’ SAYS CLEMENT CHUKWUEMEKA

HAPPY DEMOCRACY DAY NIGERIA!!!

To sustain the fight and struggle of our fallen heroes towards making tomorrow a reality for our children, we need to speak out at all time and work the talk. The man in a man dies when he refuses to speak against tyranny.

It is only lawyers who can champion and influence this movement. It starts with every lawyer searching his or her conscience in electing Leaders in NBA that can stand the pressure of the society towards speaking truth to power.

Happy Democracy Day

Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka (Democrat) is a cleared candidate for the office of the 2nd Vice President in this 2022 NBA election

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ISAAC OGBAH PRAYS FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE ON DEMOCRACY DAY

LET’S BIRTH A NEW NATION OF TRUTH, UNITY, ONE DEVOID OF TRIBAL AND RELIGIOUS SENTIMENTS, A NATION WHERE EVERY LIFE MATTERS AND A NATION SET TO BE THE PRIDE OF THE WORLD

It’s yet another democracy day but sadly enough the democracy we claimed to practice is not one of the people but one which sidelines the people; is not one which is not run by the people but one which in practice is against the people for the selfish interest of the minority; one which bloodshed in all regions of the nation has been on the increase; where those who claimed they are leaders cannot even go to their home towns and villages without a truckload of security operatives and the lives of those they govern are being slaughtered like chickens 🐔 🐓 in their homes, roads, trains and everywhere. 

Hence it’s my prayers that as we look forward to 2023 that God would grant us the wisdom to elect true democrats that would make the people become the essence of governance; where people’s oriented interests would be the thrust of their administration and a government where the people would be proud to say that we, the people of Nigeria 🇳🇬 elected this government and the government is truly serving the interest of the people. That insecurity would be a thing of the past. That the economy of this nation would become great again!!!

I pray that by this time next year we would have done away with those that are destroying this nation and the destinies of the unborn. 

Soon we shall all have cause to say, with one voice Happy democracy day!!!

Isaac Omuta Ogbah, FICMC, 3rd Vice President Candidate of the NBA

FUNMI ADEOGUN FINANCIAL NUGGETS: THREE SERVANTS (Part 9)

ADEOGUN, FUNMILOLA OLUWATOSIN LECTURES ON FINANCIAL INVESTMENT: THE THREE SERVANTS (Part 9)

Remember the lesson in part 8 is that ‘A servant must understand the time value of money.’ For example, the dollar had an average inflation rate of 5.6% per year between 2020 and today, producing a cumulative price increase of 11.71%. 

Given the master’s investment goals and description of the servant’s investment actions, we may deduce their respective investment styles. 

1. to make gains by trading; 

2. to bear or cause rightly to perform with the designation of time; 

3. to profit or gain and avoid loss;

4. to hide or save. 

the lead servant is best understood as a trader and long-term investor.

the second servant is also a long-term investor, but has limited capital and is therefore presumed less active and likely sought a fixed rate of return.

the third servant hides the money in savings, commonly done in a field, rather than seek some type of yield from the bankers. It is clear that there is no reward or return without assuming some level of risk.

Lesson: SAVE TO EARN; DON’T SAVE TO HIDE. 

FUNMI ADEOGUN 

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FRIENDS OF ISAAC OGBAH WELCOME AKPATA, DELEGATES TO ILORIN NBA-NEC

FRIENDS OF ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH, former Chairman of the NBA Ota Branch and Candidate for office of the NBA 3rd Vice President, welcomes the NBA President and all NEC delegates to Ilorin.

“… Friends of Isaac Omuta Ogbah, the immediate past Chairman of the Utter Bar, welcomes President of the NBA, Mr. Olumide Akpata and all NEC Members to the NEC meeting holding in Ilorin from June 8-June 10, 2022.”

JURIST, AG, KAIGAMA POUR ENCOMIUMS ON GADZAMA

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JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN, A TRAILBLAZER WHO SHOULD BE IMITATED BY THE NBA – HON. JUSTICE O. A ADENIYI AT THE 7TH EDITION OF THE ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND MENTORING PROGRAM FOR YOUNG LAWYERS OF J-K GADZAMA LLP

According to Hon. Justice O. A. Adeniyi, “Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN is in active competition with the NBA as a body for the provision of legal services and the NBA should learn from the Learned Silk”. Flowing from this quote, the prestigious J-K Gadzama LLP held the 7th edition of its Annual Hon. Justice Chukwudifu Oputa JSC (Rtd) Professional Training and Mentoring Program for Young Lawyers on Saturday, 4 June 2022. The hybrid event with the theme, “Emerging Areas of Law: The Role of Young Lawyers” witnessed the attendance of young lawyers from different states across the country.

As you may be aware, the Mentoring Program has been a long standing tradition of the law firm, and is in accord with the Principal Partner’s mandate of alleviating the plight and bridging the knowledge gap of young lawyers in the legal profession in Nigeria.

As a result of his passion for the welfare and growth of young lawyers, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN, the principal partner of J-K Gadzama LLP, who despite his tight schedule, was present at the Mentoring Program to chip in his bit of advice to the young lawyers before embarking on a journey same morning. While giving his opening remarks, he urged the young lawyers present to pick a mentor and carve out a niche for their legal practice by specializing in two or three aspects of legal practice. Mr. Mela Audu Nunghe, SAN, Mr. Ganny Ajape, Mr. Steve Abar, Mr. Gotom Samson (Secretary of Jos Branch NBA), Mr. Francis Oronsaye, Mr. Madu Joe-Kyari Gadzama and Mr. Jerry Musa Ombugadu were in attendance at the program.

The Chairman of the occasion, Hon. Justice Husseini Baba Yusuf, who is the incumbent Chief Judge of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, was ably represented by Hon. Justice O.A Adeniyi of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory. His Lordship during his remarks commended the Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama for his continuous efforts towards developing young lawyers through his annual mentoring programs. He noted that the Learned Silk is indeed a pacesetter in the field of mentorship for young lawyers and he urged the Nigerian Bar Association to follow the footsteps of the Learned Silk to ensure that the legal profession is left in secure and safe hands.

Dr. Oluwakemi Pinheiro, SAN, the founding partner of Pinheiro LP, who was the keynote speaker at the program delivered a stellar presentation on the topic, “Attaining Self-Development to Becoming an Iconic Legal Practitioner in Emerging Areas of Law”. In the wise words of the Learned Silk, he stated that “A lawyer is a student until he dies. Once he considers himself not a student anymore, the lawyer inside him dies”. While concluding his session, the Eminent Silk reiterated the essence of identifying an area of specialization and harnessing the opportunities prevalent in that field.

Other discussants who keyed into the theme by making presentations on various emerging areas of law include: Mr. Darlington Onyekwere, Partner at J-K Gadzama LLP who set the high bar for other discussants by delivering an outstanding presentation on legal advocacy; Mrs. Anne Agi, a law lecturer at the University of Calabar and the Chief rapporteur of NBA, who during the second session of the event made a top-notch presentation on space law, a seemingly interesting area of law with little development in Nigeria; Ms. Layo Olaiya, an associate at Olaniwun Ajayi LP and Mr. John Olamiposi, an associate at Omaplex Law who during the third and fourth sessions delivered exceptional presentations on the rapidly growing areas of Fintech law and Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria respectively.

In the words of Mrs. Anne Agi, “the mainstream is already chocked. As such, lawyers should continuously transform into something else”. In accordance with these words, we believe that the program was indeed enlightening and informative as the keynote speaker and discussants did substantial justice to the theme. At the end of each session, the mentees asked a host of interactive questions to the mentors who eagerly provided insightful answers to these questions based on their wealth of knowledge and experience.

Indeed, the Chairman of the Mentoring Committee of the Body of Benchers for Young Lawyers, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN has shown immense dedication and commitment towards ensuring that young lawyers are adequately equipped with the requisite knowledge to succeed in the legal profession.

WHAT A MAN!!! – KAIGAMA IBRAHIM TO J-K GADZAMA, SAN AT THE LUNCH/SIT-OUT SESSION HOSTED BY THE NBA KEFFI BRANCH

On Sunday, June 5, 2022, Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his entourage including Mela Audu Nunghe, SAN (Former. Chairman Abuja Branch), Steve Abar ( Former. Vice President NBA, Former. National Assistant Secretary), Ganny Ajape (Former. National welfare Secretary of the NBA), Samson Samson Gotom (NBA Jos Branch Secretary), Jerry Ombugadu Musa ( Financial Secretary Unity bar, Abuja and Junior Partner, J-K Gadzama LLP), Victor Ehiosun (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Love Chukwumerije (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Esther Oduh (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Ogwuche Roseline (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), attended a lunch/ sit-out session hosted by the NBA Keffi branch.

The Lunch/ sit-out session witnessed the attendance of Bar Leaders from the NBA Keffi Branch such as: Senator Abubakar Danso Sodangi, Dr Abdullkareem Kana (A.G Nasarawa State), Hassan Dikko Ibrahim (Class of 86), Eric I. Esq (Pioneer Chairman Keffi Branch), Ahmed Loko (Immediate Past Chairman Keffi Branch), Mr G.B Ashi (Elder, NBA Keffi branch), Uche Okonkwo (FIDA Chairperson) and Isaac Paul Akpomishi (Secretary, NBA Keffi Branch).

Kaigama Ibrahim, a member of the NBA Keffi Branch expressed his gratitude to the Learned silk, stating that he had personally benefited from the benevolence of the Learned silk. In his words, “we have our candidate and need not vote for another”.

Furthermore, he stated that he is a graduate of the University of Jos and during his undergraduate days, letters were written to a lot of Senior Advocates of Nigeria by the Law Students’ Association of University of Jos soliciting for funds and only the Learned Silk, Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN responded and provided them with financial assistance.

Kaigama Ibrahim also stated that when his set got admission into the Nigerian Law School, seven (7) of his classmates could not afford the law school tuition. They reached out to the Learned silk and he, (J-K Gadzama, SAN) paid the tuition fees of all seven of them, saying that he did not want them to tell anyone and he was only doing so for his conscience and in obedience to God.

What a man!!!

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J-K GADZAMA, SAN OPENED THE WAY FOR NORTHERN LAWYERS – AG NASARAWA STATE AT THE LUNCH/SIT-OUT SESSION HOSTED BY THE NBA KEFFI BRANCH.

On Sunday, June 5, 2022, Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his entourage including Mela Audu Nunghe, SAN(Former. Chairman Abuja Branch), Steve Abar ( Former. Vice President NBA, Former. National Assistant Secretary), Ganny Ajape (Former. National welfare Secretary of the NBA), Samson Samson Gotom (NBA Jos Branch Secretary), Jerry Ombugadu Musa ( Financial Secretary Unity bar, Abuja and Junior Partner, J-K Gadzama LLP), Victor Ehiosun (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Love Chukwumerije (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Esther Oduh (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), Ogwuche Roseline (Counsel J-K Gadzama LLP), at the lunch/ sit-out session hosted by the NBA Keffi branch.

The Lunch/ sit-out session witnessed the attendance of Bar Leaders from the NBA Keffi Branch such as: Senator Abubakar Danso Sodangi, Dr Abdullkareem Kana(A.G Nasarawa State), Hassan Dikko Ibrahim of class 86 with Chief J-K Gadzama SAN, Eric I. Esq ( pioneer Chairman Keffi Branch), Ahmed Loko (immediate past chairman Keffi Branch), Mr G. B. Ashi ( Elder, NBA keffi branch), Uche Okonkwo ( FIDA Chairperson) and and Isaac Paul Akpomishi (secretary NBA Keffi branch).

Dr. Abdullkareem Kana (A.G Nasarawa State), welcomed the Learned silk and expressed his gratitude to the learned Silk for all he has done for the legal profession and the bar.

Furthermore, He stated that at a time many did not believe that a Northern lawyer especially one from maiduguri can make a breakthrough in the legal profession, the Learned silk showed them, that it can be done and opened the way for them.

Thereafter he concluded by saying that all J-K Gadzama SAN has done for the profession and the bar, no Northern lawyer has ever done it.

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‘INTERROGATE ISSUES THAT BESET US,’ TAIDI URGES NBA BAUCHI ON LAW WEEK

GOODWILL MESSAGE TO NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION BAUCHI BRANCH ON HER 2022 LAW WEEK 

I felicitate with the Chairman, Executive and Planning Committee as well as entire members of the Nigerian Bar Association Bauchi Branch on her 2022 Law Week holding between 3rd – 10th June, 2022.

As has become the tradition, each year our colleagues congregate during a chosen period which has been earmarked for interaction, stock taking and unwinding.

This year’s law week is not particularly different except that the theme requires that we use the platform to discuss issues that have held our nation back while also interrogating the problems militating against the administration of justice.

I urge all participants to actively engage in the events during this law week and come up with recommendations that will take us out of the woods.

Wishing you all a fulfilling and memorable week. 

Jonathan Gunu Taidi, Esq 

Candidate for NBA President

‘OWO KILLINGS BARBARIC, CRIME AGAINST HUMANITY,’ SAYS GADZAMA

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OWO ATTACK: CHIEF JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN CONDEMNS KILLING OF WORSHIPPERS DURING SERVICE, LAMENT STATE OF THE NATION AND INVITED THE GOVERNMENT TO ENSURE THAT THE PERPETRATORS ARE BROUGHT TO BOOK SPEEDILY.

Chief joe -Kyari Gadzama, SAN in his statement on the Owo attack, condemned the gruesome killings of Sunday worshipers during the Pentecostal service at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo on the 5th of June 2022. He described the abominable act as barbaric and a crime against humanity, an act which must not be tolerated or allowed to go unpunished in a civilised society like ours.

He expressed his deep regret and sadness at the senseless mass killing in Owo, and shares in the grief of the brave people of Owo over the tragic loss of innocent souls, caused by the attack and killings.

Chief Joe-Kyari, SAN who is the chairman of the NBA securities Relations Committee on Security Agencies invited the relevant security agencies to act immediately and not let this abominable act go unpunished as the perpetrators must be hunted down and punished to the fullest extent of the law.

He further stated that indeed it is a RED DAY in our country’s history, a day of sorrow and irreplaceable loss, but we must stand tall against evil. We cannot be seen to fold our hands and watch as some bad eggs destroy the legacy of our beloved country. The Job is for us all, Lawyers, law enforcement agencies and the citizenry at large.

In his condolence letters to the governor of Ondo state, His Excellency Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN and HRM OLOWO Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, dated the 5th of June,2022, chief J-K Gadzama,SAN shared in the grief of the people of Owo and further condemned the unprovoked and barbaric act that led to the demise of many innocent souls, including children. He prayed for the Soul of the dearly departed and urged the government to ensure that the perpetrators be brought to book speedily.

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‘YOUR LAW WEEK THEME IS APT,’ CLEMENT CHUKWUEMEKA TELLS MAKURDI BAR

Goodwill Message To The NBA Markurdi Branch On The Occasion of her Annual Law Week, 2022

I, Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka felicitate the NBA Makurdi Branch as it holds her Law Week themed “Democracy, Electoral Process & The Paradigm Of Change In Nigeria”, from the 3rd to 5th of June, 2022.

The choice of topic is apt , coming at a time we are presently. Democratic tenets must be enshrined in our whole life circle and the umpire of our electoral system must as a matter of urgency democratize their policies for us to attain a clear paradigm shift from the usual. 

Lawyers must lead this discussion and Markurdi Branch by taking the lead in this area, deserves commendation and accolades . The branch and the topic shall be fresh in our memory as we approach a new normal election come 2023 where the paradigm change shall be applauded by all.

I wish the Chairman, Branch Executives and members of the Branch a successful Law Week. 

Finally, I wish the members and participants at the Law Week fruitful and epoch deliberations.

God bless NBA Makurdi Branch

God bless the Nigerian Bar Association

God bless Nigeria.

Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka, Esq.

Past Chairman, Nigerian Bar Association, Bwari Branch, Abuja

GADZAMA NOW SHETTIMA ILMUYE OF BORNO

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BORNO EMIRATE COUNCIL CONFERS CHIEF JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN WITH THE COVETED TITLE OF SHETTIMA ILMUYE OF BORNO

The Borno Emirate Council under the able and distinguished leadership of His Royal Highness, Alh. (Dr.) Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al Amin El-Kanemi CFR honours Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN with the coveted traditional title of Shettima Ilmuye of Borno (Shettima of Knowledge of Borno).

The Borno Emirate Council which was ably represented by Alh. Mala Isa said “the noble title is conferred on personalities of proven integrity who are fair, just and firm to the society and have excelled especially in scholarship. The Royal father found Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, OFR, MFR, SAN worthy to be honoured with this title for his tremendous contributions locally and internationally.”

Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN who was represented by family, friends and lawyers from NBA Maiduguri Branch thanked the Emirate Council for this great honour conferred on the learned Silk. Engr. Emmanuel Yerima, a family member of the learned Silk said “We sincerely thank the emirate council for finding our brother worthy of this great title and we assure you that he will continue the good work of impacting positively on humanity.”

On his part, an Associate at J-K Gadzama LLP, Mr M.M. Kaigama, Esq appreciated the emirate council for this great honour “On behalf of J-K Gadzama LLP, we want to genuinely appreciate His Royal Highness for this well deserved conferment. This coveted title has duly recognized Chief J-K Gadzama’s profound contributions to the legal profession and humanity at large which made him to be conferred with numerous titles within and outside the shores of Borno State; as Sardauna of Uba, Bobajiro of Akure Kingdom and Okwuoloura of Ukpo land. The Shettima Ilmuye title couldn’t have come at a better time as Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN is a Man of many firsts, the first Senior Advocate of Nigeria to hail from Kanem Borno and the entire Northeastern Nigeria, First Senior Advocate from University of Maiduguri, Borno State and the current Pioneer Chairman of Nigerian Bar Association-Security Agencies Relations Committee.”

Hajiya Zara Yaqub Esq., a frontline member of FIDA thanked the Borno Emirate Council for adding yet another feather on the cap of the learned Silk. “We assure you that J-K Gadzama, SAN will continue to contribute more to Borno State and Nigeria as a whole. He has recently helped orphans and students affected by insurgency in Borno State at Future Prowess Islamic Foundation. This award will be a booster for more humanitarian strides”

The representatives of the Borno Emirate Council presented the letter of appointment signed by the Secretary of the emirate council, Zanna Laisu Kazalma which indicated that while they shall be waiting for the learned Silk to officiate the conferment ceremony, the appointment shall take effect immediately.

The event ended with prayers, refreshments and photographs.

AMANDA ASAGBA LAUDS NBA KADUNA, ILE-IFE ON LAW WEEK

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AMANDA ASAGBA COMMENDS NBA ILE-IFE BRANCH ON LAW WEEK

I rejoice with the Chairperson and Members of the Nigerian Bar Association, Ile Ife Branch on your 2022 Law Week.

The theme of your Law Week, “Exploring the Law as a Catalyst towards a truly Federal State” is very insightful and thought-provoking, especially in this season when centrifugal forces are tugging at the soul of the nation.

I am confident that resolutions from this epoch-making event will contribute immensely in forging the much-needed unity in our country. Ile-Ife, “The Source” remains a great bastion of modern civilization and knowledge that we are all proud of.

I wish you every success during the Law Week and beyond.

AMANDA ASAGBA
Former NBA NEC Rep,
President, African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA)

AMANDA ASAGBA HAILS NBA KADUNA BRANCH ON LAW WEEK

I felicitate with the Branch Chairman, Executive Committee, Planning Committee, Bar Leaders and all members of Kaduna Branch on your 2022 Law Week holding from 27th to 31st May, 2022.

I find the theme of the Law Week, “Expanding the Frontiers of Legal Practice” most apposite in an era when technology has completely disrupted the legal profession.

There is no gainsaying that lawyers who are able to tap into the emerging new trends and deepen their expertise are bound to be much-sought-after in the new era.

I urge you all to utilize the opportunities thrown up by the Law Week to enrich your knowledge in new areas of law and adequately prepare yourselves for the brave new world of law practice.

Congratulations!

AMANDA ASAGBA
Former NBA NEC Rep,
President, African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA)

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