The Nigerian Bar Association, Nyanya-Karu Branch, Abuja, has “unequivocally” condemned the “harassment, intimidation and arrest” of its Treasurer, Mr. Monday Isah Adah, by the Nigerian Police Force. In a statement by Messrs Alexander Ebi Edim and Echika Ejido, the branch chairman and secretary respectively, it stated that Adah was whisked away by operatives attached to...
NEWS RELEASE The Nigerian Law School Class of 1995 Call Set Association is set to host the AGC Cocktail Night, a grand celebration marking over three decades of excellence, legacy, and impact by the Call Set of 1995. Scheduled for Wednesday, 26th August 2026, the exclusive evening will bring together Honourable Judges, Senior Advocates of...
There is palpable anxiety in the air as Egbe Amofin O’odua holds an Extra-ordinary General Meeting (EGM) in Ibadan today. A notice seen by CITY LAWYER shows that the meeting was scheduled to commence at 10 am. Though no agenda was included in the notice, there are strong indications that the recently concluded Nigerian Bar...
The Nigerian Bar Association has unveiled a week-long programme for its Annual General Conference holding in Port Harcourt from August 21, 2026. In the programme made available to CITY LAWYER, the association noted that “Across the week, Beyond Limits will provide the framework for examining the profession’s role in a rapidly changing legal, economic and...
Newly sworn-in Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Port Harcourt Branch Chairman, Dr. Chinedu Maduba has vowed to co-opt his opponents in the keenly contested chairmanship race to drive the success of his administration. In a ‘Thank You’ message seen by CITY LAWYER, he revealed that he had contacted his opponents on the need to be part...
The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) Nigeria Branch has unveiled the Partner Hotels for the eagerly awaited 2026 Annual Conference and Gala Night. The conference holds in Port Harcourt from November 4, 2026 to November 6, 2026, with the theme: “Beyond Dialogue: Delivering Excellence in Arbitration and ADR.” The theme is a sequel to previous...
Register now for the Institute of Construction Industry Arbitrators (ICIArb) Adjudication Webinar to master fast dispute resolution. Industry experts will share key tips, live case studies, and practical guidance on modern adjudication practice. Secure your spot today to boost your professional dispute skills. Topic: PRACTICE SKILLS ON ADJUDICATION AS AN EFFECTIVE TOOL FOR RESOLVING CONSTRUCTION...
Bar Leader and immediate past Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Port Harcourt Branch, Cordelia Uwuma Eke has hailed the emergence of Dr. Chinedu Maduba as the new chairman of the branch. In a statement made available to CITY LAWYER, Eke, who is also the pioneer female chairman of the branch, described Maduba’s victory...
NEWS RELEASE MEDIA LAW 101 is here! Are you looking to build a solid foundation in Media and Entertainment Law? Join leading practitioners and industry experts for an engaging introductory session designed to equip lawyers, aspiring media lawyers, in-house counsel, and anyone interested in the legal framework governing the media and entertainment industry. From intellectual...
The stage is set for an extraordinary convergence of law, leadership, and African excellence as the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) unveils former Liberian President and football legend, George Manneh Weah, as the Keynote Speaker for the 2026 NBA Annual General Conference. From conquering world football as the only African ever to win the Ballon d’Or,...