NEWS RELEASE The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), under the leadership of its President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has issued a formal clarification in response to a widely circulated voice message misrepresenting the provisions and implementation of the Legal Practitioners’ Remuneration Order 2023. The misleading message, attributed to one Frank Aboua, has been described by the...
THE STRENGTH OF THE JUDICIARY: PEOPLE’S CONFIDENCE, GLORY FORETOLD OR DISASTER WAITING TO HAPPEN? KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY DR. MONDAY O. UBANI, SAN NBA ABA BRANCH LAW WEEK, JUNE 2025 1. INTRODUCTION Distinguished colleagues, members of the Bench and Bar, ladies and gentlemen, I bring you warm greetings and express profound gratitude to the Nigerian Bar...
I had the opportunity to work closely with Uchenna during the 2024 NBA Lagos Law Week, where she played a pivotal role in curating the entire programme. Her meticulousness, tireless dedication, and exceptional organisational skills were evident in every aspect, from confirming speakers to managing logistics for the five-day event. She worked behind the scenes...
Dear FIDA NEC Members and distinguished guests, I write to extend my warmest felicitation to the FIDA Nigeria National Executive Council led by the CVP/National President MRS. ELIANA MARTINS, the EXCO and members of FIDA Nigeria, Rivers State branch ably led by Chairperson MRS. TAMUNOIBUEMI LIFE-GEORGE, all FIDAns Nationwide, as you convene in Port Harcourt,...
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NEWS RELEASE DISCIPLINE, ETHICS AND INNOVATION ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE FOR OUR PROFESSION – NBA PRESIDENT CHARGES LAWYERS AT KADUNA LAW WEEK The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, delivered a compelling goodwill message at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Law Week of the NBA Kaduna Branch, applauding the Branch for its...
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, GCON, has emphasised the importance of applying caution in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the nation’s judicial system. While acknowledging the promise AI holds for enhancing justice delivery, she stressed that its adoption must be guided by robust ethical and legal safeguards. Justice Kekere-Ekun...
CITY LAWYER LAW REPORT In the Court of Appeal Holden at Lagos On Wednesday, the 18th day of June, 2025 Before Their Lordships Paul Ahmed Bassi Polycarp Terna Kwahar Abdulaziz M. Anka Justices, Court of Appeal CA/L/888/2014 Between 1. RCN NETWORKS LIMITED APPELLANTS 2. ALHAJI SI-NURAINI AGBOOLA ABIOLA And GUARANTY TRUST BANK PLC RESPONDENT (Lead...
‘Nonso Azih is one of the three candidates aspiring to lead the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch in the forthcoming Branch Elections scheduled to hold on June 30, 2025. As the race inches towards the finish line, it is safe to say that ‘Nonso’s biography has captured the imagination of many branch members who...
NEWS RELEASE On behalf of the indomitable and visionary NBA Abuja 2025 Law Week Planning Committee, I extend our deepest and most profound gratitude to all our esteemed sponsors, erudite speakers, distinguished panelists, and cherished colleagues whose unwavering support and invaluable contributions culminated in the triumphant success of the NBA Abuja branch Law Week, 2025....