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NBA-SPIDEL SESSION TO RE-IMAGINE PUBLIC INTEREST LAW AT NBA AGC 2026
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NBA-SPIDEL SESSION TO RE-IMAGINE PUBLIC INTEREST LAW AT NBA AGC 2026

As legal practitioners, jurists, and policymakers assemble in Port Harcourt, Rivers State for the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA AGC 2026), the Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) is set to host a high-impact session on public interest litigation, governance, and institutional accountability. The session will examine critical...

NBA PRESIDENT AFAM OSIGWE RALLIES LAWYERS IN DEFENCE OF DEMOCRACY (DOWNLOAD ADDRESS)
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NBA PRESIDENT AFAM OSIGWE RALLIES LAWYERS IN DEFENCE OF DEMOCRACY (DOWNLOAD ADDRESS)

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mr. Afam Osigwe, SAN, welcomed delegates to the 2026 Annual General Conference, describing the event as more than a yearly gathering of lawyers. He challenged members to use the conference as an opportunity to reflect on the profession’s responsibilities to the nation, strengthen the administration of justice and...

AGC: ‘RUDIMENTS OF CRIMINAL APPEALS IN NIGERIA’ AND ‘BEYOND THE GLASS CEILING’ NOW AT AWLA, RIVERS GOVT BOOTHS AT 10% DISCOUNT
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AGC: ‘RUDIMENTS OF CRIMINAL APPEALS IN NIGERIA’ AND ‘BEYOND THE GLASS CEILING’ NOW AT AWLA, RIVERS GOVT BOOTHS AT 10% DISCOUNT

Delegates at the ongoing Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference 2026 themed Beyond Limits can now purchase two newly published books by Bar Leader and former NBA Port Harcourt Chairman, Cordelia Uwuma Eke at both the AWLA and Rivers State Government Exhibition booths. The publishers had earlier disclosed that the books are being offered to...

NBA-SLP HOLDS SESSION AT NBA ANNUAL GENERAL CONFERENCE 2026
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NBA-SLP HOLDS SESSION AT NBA ANNUAL GENERAL CONFERENCE 2026

NBA-SLP Session at the NBA Annual General Conference 2026 Topic: The Business of Fees: How Lawyers Should Price, Bill and Get Paid 📅 Wednesday, 26th August 2026🕝 11:00AM -12:30 PM📍 Chief Charles Idehen Esq. HallYakubu Gowon Stadium, Elekehia, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Speakers: Moderator: Emeka Obegolu, SAN Join us as we understand the Business of...

JUDGE FACES PROBE FOR AI-DRAFTED JUDGMENT WITH FAKE CASES (DOWNLOAD)
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JUDGE FACES PROBE FOR AI-DRAFTED JUDGMENT WITH FAKE CASES (DOWNLOAD)

The alarming use of artificial intelligence in the legal profession has raised difficult questions about accuracy, professional responsibility and the limits of technological assistance. A recent decision of the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, Johannesburg, has brought one of those questions into sharp focus: what should happen when material apparently generated by artificial...

SIGHTS AND SIGHTS OF NBA AGC OPENING CEREMONY
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SIGHTS AND SIGHTS OF NBA AGC OPENING CEREMONY

The curtain officially rose on the 66th Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference (AGC 2026) on Sunday as thousands of lawyers, judges, diplomats, policymakers, senior advocates, academics, captains of industry and distinguished guests filled the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt, for an opening ceremony that matched the ambition of this year’s theme, “Beyond Limits.” Delivering the Keynote Address, former...

NBA UNVEILS UPDATED 2026 AGC PROGRAMME
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NBA UNVEILS UPDATED 2026 AGC PROGRAMME

* ASKS DELEGATES TO NOTE CHANGES TO VENUES, SCHEDULES The Nigerian Bar Association wishes to inform all delegates to the 66th Annual General Conference (AGC 2026) that there have been updates to the Conference programme, including changes to the scheduling and venues of some activities. All delegates are therefore advised to pay close attention to the updated Official...

NBA AGC 2026 OPENS IN PORT HARCOURT AS CURTAIN RISES ON ‘BEYOND LIMITS’
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NBA AGC 2026 OPENS IN PORT HARCOURT AS CURTAIN RISES ON ‘BEYOND LIMITS’

NEWS RELEASE The curtain officially rose on the 66th Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference (AGC 2026) on Sunday as thousands of lawyers, judges, diplomats, policymakers, senior advocates, academics, captains of industry and distinguished guests filled the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt, for an opening ceremony that matched the ambition of this year’s theme, “Beyond...

2 DAYS TO EKO IN THE GARDEN CITY: THE NBA LAGOS BRANCH AGC PARTY! ✨
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2 DAYS TO EKO IN THE GARDEN CITY: THE NBA LAGOS BRANCH AGC PARTY! ✨

Ladies and Gentlemen of Culture, it’s 2 Days to the biggest AGC Party in Port Harcourt!!! Get ready for an unforgettable night as we bring EKO to the GARDEN CITY in a Glow-in-the-Dark themed Excitement! 🌟 📅 25th August 2026🖤 Dress Code: Black on Cargo Pants or Skirts📍 Venue: To be disclosed soon Come ready...

NBA-SPIDEL 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO HOLD IN UMUAHIA NOV. 10–13
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NBA-SPIDEL 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO HOLD IN UMUAHIA NOV. 10–13

The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) has announced Umuahia, the Abia State capital, as the venue for its eagerly awaited 2026 Annual Conference. The signature event, which is the premier gathering of key stakeholders in the public interest and development sectors, will be held at the world-class International Conference...