NBA-SLP Session at the NBA Annual General Conference 2026 Topic: The Business of Fees: How Lawyers Should Price, Bill and Get Paid đź“… Wednesday, 26th August 2026đź•ť 11:00AM -12:30 PMđź“Ť 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 Fees, and know how lawyers...
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 intelligence finds its way into...
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 President of Liberia, His Excellency...
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 Conference Programme attached to this...
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 Limits.” Long before the ceremony...
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 to unwind, dance and enjoy...
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 Centre, Umuahia, Abia State between...
UNIABUJA WINS ROUND 1 AS COURT BARS WIKE, FCDA FROM TAKING OVER LAND
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Judicial Division, sitting in Maitama, has issued an order directing all parties to maintain status quo in respect of a disputed land belonging to the University of Abuja, also known as Yakubu Gowon University. Ruling on a Motion on Notice dated and filed on July 30, 2026, Justice F. E. Messiri...
NBA ISSUES ‘SOS’ ON STRANDED AGC DELEGATES, RELEASES FINAL PROGRAMME
NEWS RELEASE NBA CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE INTERVENTION AS LAWYERS TRAVELLING TO AGC 2026 REMAIN STRANDED ON OHARA–SAPELE ROAD The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has received reports that lawyers and other travellers proceeding to Port Harcourt for the 2026 NBA Annual General Conference (AGC) have remained stranded on the Oghara–Sapele Road following an obstruction caused by two trucks blocking the roadway....
NBA PRESIDENT LEADS AGC WALKATHON, RIVERS CJ HOST COCKTAIL, TCCP/LOC UNVEIL TRANSPORT PLAN
NBA President Leads Walkathon as Lawyers Set to Take Over the Garden City Dear Distinguished Colleagues, The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) wishes to invite all delegates, colleagues and participants at the 2026 NBA Annual General Conference to join the NBA President for the NBA Walkathon. The Annual General Conference is not only a time for robust conversations, professional development and...