ABUJA

EBUN ADEGBORUWA JOINS ‘SOLAR FOR ALL’ LEAGUE

Bricks and Castles Energy-Tech Limited was at the new Abuja office of one Nigeria’s foremost Senior Advocates and Activists, Mr. Ebun-olu Adegboruwa SAN where it installed a Giant 5KVA (96v) Solar/Inverter System under the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos/Abuja “Solar For All” Partnership.

The system comes with 8 biggest-size Tubular Batteries, 16 German Solar Panels (300 watts), 96v MPPT Charge Controller and other accessories to power all the essentials in the edifice. This ensures 24-hour power supply and a reduced power cost by at least 50%.

The Partnership also extends to NBA Branches, BOSAN Abuja, Otu Oka-iwu Abuja, Medical Doctors at FMC Cooperative, FCT Pharmacies, NFIU Cooperative Society, and UNILAG College of Medicine Alumni among others.

“To get an efficient Solar/Inverter system for 24 hours Light, save at least half of your current power cost, while you “Pay Small small” for up to Six Months; Call Bricks and Castles Energy-Tech Ltd: 08050489622, whatsapp:08060266163

Visit: (Abuja) Suite A8, Kenuj O2 Mall, Kaura District (Behind Games Village).
(Lagos) No 113A, Mainland Way, Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi.

As the power situation nationwide continues to be a matter of concern and the price of diesel keeps skyrocketing, efficient Solar Systems have proven a big relief for many homes/offices.

Adegboruwa expressed a great pleasure in the services of the company, while urging everyone to embrace solar power to save huge costs and mitigate climate change.

Other beneficiaries from whom the efficiency of delivery can be verified include: High Chief Emeka J-P Obegolu SAN, Chief J-K Gadzama SAN; Mr. Chinedu Obienu Esq, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde SAN; Chief Mutalubi Adebayo Ojo Esq; Mrs Stella Ofokansi Esq, Chief Mrs Lydia Udowa, Mazi Afam Osigwe SAN;Prince Adetosoye Adebiyi Esq; Mr.Paul Daudu Esq of J.B Daudu SAN & Co; Mr.Benedict Daudu Esq his brother; Chief Peter ILEGOGIE ESQ; Chief Peter Ozoagu Esq, Aare Muyiwa Akinboro SAN, Aare Isiaka Olagunju SAN, Dr.Babatunde Ajibade SAN of S.P.A Ajibade SAN & Co; FIDA Nigeria (FIDA House Abuja) Prince Adetokumbo Kayode SAN; Mrs. Amina Agbaje Esq (FIDA Nigeria CVP); Dr. Mrs Ayorinde of Ayorinde SAN & Co; Mrs.Mariam Agbabokha; Barr.Mrs Rachel Ebun Akerele; Mr Anthony Malik SAN; Chief Tawo E.Tawo SAN; Chief Kemi Pinheiro SAN; Mr. I.M Dikko SAN of Liman,Liman SAN & Co; Hon. Justice Emeka Nriezedi of the Anambra State Judiciary; Dr. Hassan Liman SAN; Chief J. U .K. Igwe SAN; Mr. Chike Ekeocha, Esq. of Alex Izinyon SAN & Co/SUEX Nig.Ltd; Mummy Sylvia Okoregbe Esq; John Ochogwu, Esq; Hon. Rodrich UgwuEsq; Prof. Godson Ogbonna of Abia State University Uturu; Sir Austin Mwana Esq; Mr.Thony Lyiod Onyemaizu Esq, Dr. Agada Elachi Esq; Mr. Zach Akubo of S.I Ameh SAN & Co; Mr. Ime Edem-nse Esq; Mr. Edafe Mrakpor Esq; the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Ebedebiri Cottage Hospital, Sagbama L.G.A Bayelsa State; the Federal College of Education Warri; the Nigerian Agricultural Seeds Council, the Institute Of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators of Nigeria[ICMC, Chief R.N Okeke and sons Ltd Wukari, Taraba State, Alhaji Abdulrahman Adamu of the Trademoore Estate; among many others.

Some of the benefits of Solar/Inverters include:
*Solar is cheaper at long-run!

*24hours Power Supply for homes/offices

* Your current Power cost will drop by at least 50% after we install.

*No noise!

*No Pollution!

*Automatic change over!

*No fueling

*25 years warranty on the German Solar panels.

* In case of any issue with the Inverter Machine, another Inverter is deployed before we take the one that needs attention for troubleshooting/repairs.

“To get an efficient Solar/Inverter system for 24hours Light, while you “Pay Small small” for up to Six Months; Call Bricks and Castles Energy-Tech Ltd: 08050489622, 08060266163

Visit: (Abuja) Suit A8 Kenuj O2 Mall Kaura District Abuja (Behind Games Village).
(Lagos) No 113A, Mainland Way, Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi.

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NBA BRANCHES TO SPONSOR 100 YOUNG LAWYERS TO SPIDEL CONFAB

The eagerly awaited 2022 Annual Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) received a major boost at the weekend as five NBA branches based in Abuja have agreed to sponsor 100 young lawyers to the conference.

Though the annual conference was originally billed to hold in Sokoto, it was postponed due to the uncertainty surrounding the killing of Miss Deborah Yakubu. The conference will now hold at NBA HOUSE, Abuja from 3rd to 5th August, 2022. The theme of the conference is “The Undermining of Judicial Authority in Democracy.”

According to the Alternate Chairman/LOC Chairman, Dr. Princess Frank-Chukwuani, the branches that made the joint pledge at the recent Local Organising Committee (LOC) meeting are Abuja, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Nyanya/Karu and Garki.

Chukwuani noted that palpable excitement has enveloped the branches since the news of the sponsorship broke, adding that “It is our own way to promote public interest advocacy among young lawyers and ensure that we continue to populate the body of lawyers who are poised to defend human rights and rule of law in Nigeria.”

Many A-list speakers have confirmed attendance at the conference, even as Supreme Court jurist, Justice Inyang Okoro will deliver the Keynote Address.

The CPC has former NBA Lagos Branch Chairman, Mr. Chukwuka Ikwuazom SAN as Chairman with Mr. Kunle Adegoke SAN as Alternate Chairman and Dr. Princess Frank-Chukwuani as Alternate Chairman/LOC Chairman.

To register for the annual conference, please visit www.nbaspidel.ng or www.nbaspidel.ng/nba-spidel-conference-2022/.

Aside from the array of leading speakers who have confirmed attendance at the conference, the annual conference offers huge networking opportunities for delegates.

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NBA ELECTIONS: WINNERS EMERGE, AS LAGOS, ABUJA LEAD BATTLEGROUND BRANCHES

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch has maintained its ranking as the beautiful bride for candidates in NBA Elections, grossing 10,640 of the 59,393 eligible voters for the NBA 2022 Elections. The branch added 3,918 more voters to its 6,722 tally in the 2020 elections.

Meanwhile, barring any hitches, some of the candidates in the ongoing election are deemed already elected. These include incumbent NBA 1st Vice President, Mr. John Aikpokpo-Martins; incumbent NBA Welfare Secretary, Mr. Kunle Edun; Egbe Amofin O’odua chieftain, Prof. John Akintayo as well as Messrs Agbaga Dennis Ejakpovwere, Israel Solomon Lagbamue and Olalekan Idowu Oladapo.

The winners are all NBA Representatives to the General Council of the Bar (GCB, Western Zone) who are deemed automatically elected given that each zone must produce at least six NBA Representatives to the GCB. Only six persons filed nominations from the zone.

Aside from NBA Lagos Branch, Abuja Branch is another battleground for candidates, taking the second position on the log with 8,959 members on the voters list, up from 2,862 in year 2020.

Other branches with substantial members on the voters list are Ikeja Branch with 4,905 voters, up from 2,751 in 2020 and Port Harcourt Branch which jumped from 1,847 in 2020 to 3,297 voters, bringing up the Top Four branches that have remained dominant over the last four NBA Elections except in 2018 when Ikole Ekiti Branch sensationally upstaged Ikeja Branch to the third position. The branch posted a meagre 43 voters on the log this year as against its 917 tally during the 2018 NBA Elections.

Branches that also have significant members on the voters list include Ibadan Branch (1,863), Owerri Branch (1188), Enugu Branch (915), Ilorin Branch (814), Kano Branch (796), Asaba (736), Kaduna Branch (667), Onitsha Branch (665), and Yenagoa Branch (657). Others are Makurdi Branch with 591 voters, Aba Branch (567), Bwari Branch (518), and Minna Branch (421).

Among the lightweight branches on the voters list are Ogoja Branch with 60 voters, Offa Branch (55), Ikole Ekiti (43) and Maiduguri Branch (30).

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CLEMENT CHUKWUEMEKA APPOINTED NBA-SPIDEL CONFAB LOC SCRIBE

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CHUKWUEMEKA CLEMENT UGO ESQ CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF 2ND VICE PRESIDENT, NBA APPOINTED SECRETARY LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE (LOC) NBA SPIDEL CONFERENCE 2022

This recent appointment by the Governing Council of NBA-SPIDEL is a testamentary of his innovative capacity as an excellent organiser of people and a prudent manager of resources towards a hitch-free conference holding by first week of August, 2022 in Abuja.

As an event maestro and a man of aesthetics, who has organised successful functions in and outside the Federal Capital Territory, conferees are in for a treat of best of conference sights, mouthwatering delicacies and sounds while in Abuja.

The registration is on for those who didn’t register when it was scheduled to hold in Sokoto, don’t be left out as seasoned speakers have been chosen for a memorable conference in the city of Federal capital, Abuja

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NBA-SPIDEL CONFAB MOVED TO ABUJA, HOLD AUG. 4 & 5

The yearly conference of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) earlier scheduled to hold in Sokoto State last May has been moved to Abuja. The annual conference will now hold on August 4 and 5, 2022.

CITY LAWYER recalls that the conference was postponed indefinitely due to security concerns that trailed the murder of Lady Deborah Yakubu by suspects over an alleged blasphemy.

According to a statement made available to CITY LAWYER, “After a careful consideration, the Executive of NBA-SPIDEL has chosen the 4th and 5th of August 2022 for the Conference at the NBA National Headquarters, Abuja with the theme: THE UNDERMINING OF JUDICIAL AUTHORTIY IN DEMOCRACY.”

The Keynote Address for the Annual Conference will be delivered by HON. JUSTICE INYANG OKORO while the Attorneys-General of Lagos State, Abia State and Chief Mike Ozekhome SAN have all confirmed their attendance to the conference as Resource Persons.

The first day is 4th of August, 2022. It is going to be a plenary with the topic: “Disobedience to Court Order – A Call to Anarchy”. This will be followed by the afternoon session.

Day Two will dissect the topic: “The Impediments to Seamless Execution of Court Order in Nigeria – Any way out? CHIEF MIKE OZEKHOME SAN is the Lead Speaker.

The afternoon session will witness a special programme involving Law Pavilion and Nigeria Human Rights Commission. The Chairman of NBA-SPIDEL, Dr. Monday Ubani will coordinate the Law Pavilion session in conjunction with the organization while National Human Rights Commission programme will be coordinated by Dr. Uju Agomoh in conjunction with the commission.

Full programme details will soon be unveiled by the Conference Planning Committee (CPC).

The two-day conference will parade judges, notable lawyers, legislators, politicians and other public interest stakeholders.

The following are Members of the Conference Planning Committee who have less than a month to deliver a world-class conference:

1. Chukwuka Ikwuazom SAN – Chairman
2. Kunle Adegoke SAN – Alternate Chairman
3. Dr. Princess Frank Chukwuani Alternate Chairman/LOC Chairman
4. Amina Kaoje – Secretary
5. Chioma Linda Ekene – Alternate Secretary
6. Okey Leo Ohagba (Sub-Committee Chairman on Logistics and Accommodation)
7. Emeka Nwadioke Esq.
8. Kola Omotinugbon – Alternate Chairman/LOC
9. Mohammed Abdullahi Esq.
10. Godfrey Echeho Esq.
11. Dr. Uju Agomoh Esq
12. Dr. Ikenna Ukam 
13. Chika Okolie Esq.
14. Funmi Adeogun, Esq. (NBA-SPIDEL Treasurer)
15. Chisom Onuoha Esq.
16. Prof. Paul Ananaba SAN
17. Gbenga Oniyire Esq.
18. Austin Ottah Esq.
19. Frank Agbedo Esq.
20. Simple Dioha Esq.
21. Dr. Sam Amadi 
22. Dr. Muiz Banire SAN
23. Mr. Olaotan Ajose-Adeogun SAN
24. Chukwuemeka Clement Esq. (Secretary, LOC)
25. Jesse Nwaenyo Esq.
26. Kunle Edun, Esq.
27. Paul Daudu, Esq.

“We hope to have a successful conference. All the registered members and those who are interested to attend are hereby put on notice to pay quickly to the following Account number: Access Bank A/C No 0775676671.

“Thank you very much for your commitment.”

Yours faithfully,

______________________
Dr. M. O. Ubani
NBA-Spidel Chairman

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GADZAMA FRIENDSHIP CENTRE OPENS IN LAGOS

FRIENDS OF J-K GADZAMA SAN SET UP FRIENDSHIP CENTER FOR LAWYERS IN LAGOS

Friends of J-K Gadzama SAN have set up a friendship center for lawyers in Lagos which will be in place daily from Mondays to Fridays effective from Thursday, 23rd June, 2022 from 6pm – 8:00pm at the J-K GADZAMA LLP Lagos office located at No. 2 Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi. A similar friendship center was recently set up at the Hon Justice SMA Belgore Hall, J-K Gadzama Court, 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,, 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 Lagos are enjoined to indulge, network and socialize maximally as the Friendship Centre kicks off by 6:30pm on Thursday, 23rd June, 2022 at J-K GADZAMA LLP Lagos office located at No. 2 Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi. It promises to be fun all the way.

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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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ISAAC OGBAH CONGRATULATES AFAM OKEKE, UNITY BAR ON ELECTION

ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH, FICMC, NBA 3RD VICE PRESIDENT CANDIDATE HEARTILY CONGRATULATES SIR AFAM OKEKE AND THE NEWLY ELECTED UNITY BAR EXECUTIVE ON THEIR ELECTORAL VICTORY

God has destined you and your executive to bring about the much sought after Unity in the Unity Bar.

There is no doubt the fact that during your reign the Unity Bar shall have much to celebrate both at the Branch and at the national levels.

I am looking forward to working with you and your team for the overall interest of the Nigerian lawyers globally.

We celebrate you all now and always.

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ISAAC OGBAH LAUDS AKPATA, NBA IN LAGOS, ABUJA ON NEC MEET, NEW BRANCHES

Isaac OMUTA Ogbah, FICMC, candidate for the 3rd Vice President of NBA has commended NBA President, Mr. Olumide Akpata and all national officers of the NBA and all NEC members for the success of Ilorin NEC meeting.

He also congratulated NBA branches of Kwara State for seeing to the success of Ilorin NEC meeting.

Ogbah, the publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Erudite Judgments of the Supreme Court (EJSC), also congratulated NBA in Lagos and Abuja respectively for NEC’s approval of the establishment of NBA Surulere, Garki and Nyanya branches.

GADZAMA GETS ROUSING WELCOME AT EBF, IKEJA, LAFIA, MAKURDI, UNITY BAR

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MEMBERS OF THE EASTERN BAR FORUM (EBF) WELCOME CHIEF J-K GADZAMA

At the canaan city of Calabar, Cross Rivers State, members of the Eastern Bar Forum (EBF) comprising 9 States of the old Eastern Region gathered for their quarterly general meeting scheduled for Friday 3rd – Saturday 4th June, 2022.

The general meeting started on Friday, June 3, 2022 with a cocktail at Event 45 Conference Center at the instance of the Honourable Chief Jude of the Cross Rivers State, Hon Justice Akon Bassey Ikpeme, wherein the members were entertained with a variety of local delicacies and cultural dance.

At the cocktail, the compere recognized and welcomed the friends of J-K Gadzama ably led by Chief Princes Chukwudi Oli.

At the general meeting of the forum on Saturday, June 4 2022, members in attendance deliberated on the business of the day as it affects the forum, the States in the old Eastern Region and Nigeria in tune with their theme “Insecurity and Injustice: Threats to Nigeria’s Corporate Co-Existence”. The Governor of the State, His Excellency, (Sen) (Prof) Ben Ayade was ably represented by the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Tanko Ashang, Esq.

In line with the noble tradition of the Forum, all candidates vying for various positions in the Nigerian Bar Association were called upon to address the members.

Chief Joe Kyari Gadzama, SAN, who was ably represented by Chief Prince Chukwudi Oli, the Director-General of Vox Populi, spoke to the members of the EBF on the candidature of Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN. He highlighted various capacities Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN have served the Nigerian Bar Association as the pioneer Chairman of NBA – SPIDEL; NBA – SARC; Council Member of NBA-SBL and SLP.

He described Chief Joe Kyari Gadzama SAN as a consummate and quintessential Bar Man and a true detriblised Nigerian. Chief Oli informed the members that Gadzama holds the traditional title of “Okwuluora of Ukpo” in Anambra State which means the mouthpiece of the people in Igbo language, which is a honour well deserved.

Chief Oli stated that the Bar has gone beyond the rhetoric of welfare and what one will do if elected to what one has done to the Bar. He stated that Chief Gadzama is an embodiment of love to all, bridge between the old and the young one, and have passion for the development and welfare of young lawyers. He narrated his experience with Chief Gadzama while under the employment of his firm about 12 years ago and how he impacted his life till date. Chief Oli’s speech threw the members of the forum into thunderous clapping and singing of the songs of acceptance of the candidature of Chief Gadzama.

After the greetings and speech from the representative of Chief Gadzama, some members and supporters converged and took a group photograph where the flex banner of Chief J-K was conspicuously placed at the entrance of the hall.

CHIEF JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, SAN GAILY WELCOMED BY NBA LAFIA – MEMBERS AND EXECUTIVES TO A LUNCH DATE.

On Saturday, June 4, 2022, the friends of Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN in conjunction with the members and executives of the NBA Lafia Bar hosted the Learned Silk, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN and his esteemed entourage comprising of Mela Audu Nunghe, SAN(Former. Chairman Abuja Branch), Steve Abar ( Former. Vice President NBA National body, Former. Chairman Jos Branch, Former. National Assistant Secretary), Ganny Ajape (Abuja Branch Elder), Samson Samson Gotom (Jos Brand Secretary), Darlington Onyekwere (Partner,J-k Gadzama LLp ), 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),
Promise Godwin (Counsel J-k Gadzama LLp), Esther Oduh (Counsel J-k Gadzama LLp), Ogwuche Roseline (Counsel J-k Gadzama LLp), were gaily received to a lunch date hosted by the NBA Lafia branch.

The Lunch date witnessed the attendance of Bar Leaders from the NBA Lafia Branch such as: Mustapha Sadiq( Chairman), Mohammed Dahiru( vice chairman), Ayuwule Baba Ayuwule ( Secretary), Ovey Yakubu Ezekiel ( Director of Sports), Grace Akatiki Dominic( Chairperson Young lawyer forum NBA Lafia Branch), Emmanuel C.Agoh ( Secretary YLF Lafia Branch).

The welcoming remarks were delivered by Mustapha Sadiq, Esq (Chairman of Lafia Bar) who amongst many other things expressed his gladness to be hosting the Learned Silk. The Chairman also stated that Chief J-K Gadzama, SAN was an exemplary leader and one they were more than happy to be with.

Baba Ayuwule, Esq (Secretary of the Bar) spoke on behalf of the lawyers. In his remarks, the young lawyers were pleased with the good works and contributions of the Learned Silk and welcome every occasion to have interactions with the Learned Silk.

Thereafter, an indigene of Nasarawa State and Junior Partner with the firm of J-K Gadzama LLP, Mr. Jerry Musa Ombugadu spoke to the gathering, describing the Learned Silk as a man of capacity who has consistently contributed to the development of the personal and professional lives of many lawyers in Nigeria. He also reassured all who were present that the Learned Silk is a committed Bar patriot; and not just anyone but one with the rare ability to speak fearlessly on behalf of the Nigerian Bar.

In similar light, the Former National 1st Vice President and Assistant Secretary, Former Chairman Jos Branch, Mr. Steve Abar, addressed the gathering. He referred to the Learned Silk as a man of impeccable pedigree and unbiased character. He said he could attest to this because he had known the Learned Silk since 1997. He said, “be careful of people who come to you to solicit for your support to be NBA President. Ask them this, what they were doing for the NBA in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. Thereafter he ended his speech by making reference to a statement made by Hon Justice O.A Adeniyi: “J-K Gadzama rivals the NBA as someone who has shown commitment to the affairs of the profession”.

The Learned Silk was then introduced to address the Lafia Bar. Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN expressed delightfully, his commitment to the welfare of the Lafia Bar. He thanked everyone for joining him and welcoming him to Lafia Bar. He stated that being in Lafia is a homecoming for him as he is no stranger to the state and he’s a son of the soil . He described the Lafia Bar as an extension of his family explaining to all who were present that he had several affiliations with Nasarawa State. The Learned Silk reassured the members that the welfare of Young Lawyers will always be his priority and prayed for the young lawyers that they will achieve more and greater things than he has achieved in the profession. He also expressed his commitment to ensuring better access to loans with single digit interest, better access to Lawpavillon and other amenities. In his remarks, he assured the Lafia Bar that as a part of his plan, he was going to set up a structural system that would create more employment opportunities for lawyers. “It is possible to have two legal advisers in every local government in Nigeria under statutory employment. There are many ideas that we have. We have only come to thank you for what you have been doing, what you are doing and what you will do to assist us implement our ideas”.

Thereafter His Highness M.A Sambo (Madaki Kayada), thanked the Learned silk for not relenting in his desire to serve the bar despite his caliber and standing.

J.A Kigbo stated that they are privileged to have the Learned silk in their midst and that the leadership of the NBA requires the boldness of a person who can pull the bull by the horn. Thereafter he asked the learned silk to look into the plight of private legal practitioners such as appointment into the judiciary, remuneration of lawyers. The learned silk in response to him stated that all these things are in his agenda and he will make sure to occasion a change.

Zoe Fuantuam (President of Legal Aid), stated that she was grateful to the learned silk for always recognizing corp members

The Chairperson of Young Lawyers Forum, Lafia, Grace Akatiki Dominic thanked the Learned Silk for the interactive session, assuring him of their unwavering support come rain, come sun. She also thanked all who attended the lunch date.

Darlington Onyekwere( partner J-K Gadzama LLP), expressed gratitude on behalf of Chief J-K gadzama SAN and thank everyone for their warm welcome.

PARTE AFTER PARTE: FRIENDS OF J-K HOST AN AFTER-PARTY FOR THE NBA MAKURDI BRANCH 2022 LAW WEEK DINNER.

On Saturday, June 4, 2022 the NBA Makurdi Branch held its 2022 Annual Law Week Dinner at Benue Hotel & Resorts, Makurdi. The Branch invited Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN to deliver a dinner talk with the theme, “Democracy, Electoral Process & Paradigm of Change in Nigeria”. Thereafter, Friends of J-K hosted an after party for the members of the NBA Makurdi branch in honor of the Learned Silk, Chief J-K Gadzama SAN.

The after-party witnessed the attendance of Bar Leaders from the NBA Makurdi and Gboko Branch such as: J.T Kpakaa, Esq., (Chairman Gboko Branch), J.T Akaazua, (Vice Chairman Gboko Branch), M. Alabar, (Secretary Gboko Branch) B.I Tyiogh, (Social Secretary), R.K. Chia, (Treasurer Gboko Branch), TAR Tombuwua, (Legal Adviser, Gboko Branch) and Jude Nyam, (Chairman, YLF Makurdi).

The Learned Silk opened the dance floor with some great moves and other members of the Bar joined him.
A special highlight of the event was the singing of a composed hymn by some members of the NBA Makurdi Branch amidst gleeful chants of “J-K” and “incoming”.

The after-party was indeed phenomenal, as the bar members danced and had a good time with the Learned Silk with a lot to eat and drink.

MEMBERS OF NBA MAKURDI BRANCH COMPOSE HYMN AND CHANT VICTORY SONGS IN FAVOUR OF J-K GADZAMA, SAN

On Saturday, June 4, 2022 the NBA Makurdi Branch held its 2022 Annual Law Week Dinner at Benue Hotel & Resorts, Makurdi. The Branch invited Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN to deliver a dinner talk with the theme, “Democracy, Electoral Process & Paradigm of Change in Nigeria”.

Thereafter, Friends of J-K hosted an after party for the members of the NBA Makurdi branch in honor of the Learned Silk, Chief J-K Gadzama SAN. The After party hosted by friends of J-K was indeed phenomenal and memorable for the NBA Makurdi branch member and the Learned silk.

The Bar members composed Hymns and chanted them amidst gleeful chants of “J-K” and “incoming”, as Chief J-K Gadzama SAN, was privileged to perform the role of a choir master.

It was indeed a memorable night!!!

UNITY BAR KICKS OFF 2022 LAW WEEK WITH A COCKTAIL PARTY AT HON. JUSTICE S.M.A BELGORE HALL, J-K GADZAMA COURT

It’s the season of law weeks for NBA branches across Nigeria and in this fashion, the NBA, Abuja branch commenced its law week with a fancy cocktail party which was organized by friends of Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN on Sunday, June 5, 2022.

The chairman of the branch, Moses Ebute, SAN and the Learned Silk, Joe-Kyari Gadzama heartily welcomed all the members of the branch who ebulliently attended the event. Mr. Afam Okeke, former secretary of the branch and alternate chair person of the planning committee also expressed his gratitude to the members present and assured them of a good time at the party.

Amid the classic jams being played in the background, members sipped on their drinks and dined on the finest barbeque chicken and meat that were offered at the event.

The Learned Silk, Joe-Kyari Gadzama and other members of the branch utilized the cocktail party as an opportunity to network while dancing and chatting with each other.

Prominent personalities who were present at the event include: Mela Nunghe, SAN, past chairman of the branch; Chief Mrs. Victoria Awomolo, SAN; Chief C.P Oli, Director-General of Vox Populi; Hon. Femi Adeniyi, chairman of NBA, Sagamu branch; Dr. Princess Chukwuani; Adama Mohammed; Mrs. Amaruche Onyedum Anya; Dayo Ashonibare amongst a host of others.

It was a great night as priceless memories were made.

JOE-KYARI GADZAMA SAN DAZZLES MEMBERS OF THE NBA-IKEJA BRANCH

Leading Senior Advocate and Candidate for the Office of the President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN stormed the monthly meeting of the NBA-Ikeja branch on Monday, June 6, 2022.

Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN – the Honoree of the meeting was given an opportunity to address members of the branch who had eagerly been awaiting his arrival. Amidst the overwhelming rounds of applause, Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN remarked that he had been the only lawyer in the country that had been in the foundation of all the sections of the NBA. In particular, he said that he was the Pioneer Chairman of the NBA-SPIDEL, Pioneer Vice-Chairman the NBA-SLP and a Pioneer council member of the NBA-SBL.

The Leading Senior Advocate also promised improved welfare and increased remuneration for young lawyers, female members of the Bar and lawyers with disabilities.

Furthermore, the Learned Silk stated that the Bar and the Country were at a point where they needed leaders that speak truth to power and could only be guided by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and that of the NBA.

As the Learned Silk concluded his remarks, members of the branch recited the well-known chant, “J-K is OK” which was anchored by Mr Kunle Ogunba SAN.

As is customary with activities linked with the Learned Silk, members of the branch were treated to exquisite delicacies at the cocktail organized in his honour.

Notable personalities present at the meeting with the Learned Silk were Mela Audu Nunghe SAN – Past Chairman of the NBA-Abuja branch, Hon. Nimi Walson Jack – Past General Secretary of the NBA, Otunba Martin Ogunleye – Past Chairman of the NBA-Lagos branch, Stephen Abar – Past 2nd Vice-President of the NBA and Vice-Chairman NBA-SPIDEL, Mr P.B Ishaku, Samson Gotom – Secretary of the NBA-Jos branch, Mr John Austin – Past Publicity Secretary of the NBA, Rotimi Ogunlade, Onwuka Igwe, Oluniyi Adediji, Lamar Joe-Kyari Gadzama, Subomi Adegbemisoye, Anene Nwadukwe, Obinna Ezeanim, Chioma Ferguson, Chukwu Adimote, Chikasi Madubike, Yomi Fagbayi, Azodo Oluchukwu, Her Worship Roseline Akimbo, Benita Olejeme, Lilian Obwugu, Nora Nwaokoye, Naomi Uko, Florence Duru, Nonso Ejionye, Prince Eddy Njoku, Felicia Oheke, Chinelo Ugwu and many others.

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I SALUTE NBA ABUJA, ILORIN, PH, GWAGWALADA, LOKOJA, OTU OKA IWU – ISAAC OGBAH

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I SALUTE NBA ILORIN, PORT HARCOURT, GWAGWALADA, LOKOJA 

I, ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH ESQ. FCIMC wish Ilorin, Port-Harcourt, Gwagwalada, Lokoja Branches of the NBA as well as NBA Ota Branch (The Utter Bar) for successfully having their May General meeting of their respective branches. I celebrate you all for the fruitful deliberations and all decisions arrived at at their monthly General Meetings.

You future meetings shall be more fruitful and productive.

I celebrate you all now and always.

‘YOUR LAW WEEK THEME VERY APT,’ ISAAC OGBAH TELLS ABUJA BRANCH

I, ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH ESQ. FCIMC, the immediate past Chairman of the NBA, Ota Branch (The Utter Bar) and the publisher of the Erudite Judgements of the Supreme Court, heartily felicitate with the NBA Abuja Branch (The Unity Bar) on the occasion of her 2022 Law Week.

The theme; “Nigeria: 2023 and Beyond-Building Systems for Accountable Leadership and Good Governance” is very apt and timely considering the period and the situation pervading our nation Nigeria today.

It is believed that the current happenings in Nigeria will be interrogated during the various sessions to see what we are doing wrongly and proper how improvements can be made to give us a better and brighter future as a nation.

I therefore congratulate the Chairman, the entire executive and members of the branch for being able to plan and organize 2022 Law Week.

Finally, I wish all participants happy, fruitful and fulfilled 2022 Law Week.

I WISH OTU OKA IWU FRUITFUL DELIBERATIONS – ISAAC OGBAH

I, ISAAC OMUTA OGBAH ESQ. FCIMC, the immediate past Chairman of the NBA, Ota Branch (The Utter Bar) and the publisher of the Erudite Judgements of the Supreme Court, congratulate the Otu Oka-Iwu, Abuja as it holds her General Meeting.

I wish Otu Oka-Iwu, Abuja an ever fruitful, peaceful and eventful deliberations in all her general meetings both now and always even as I celebrate you all now and always

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MAXIMUS UGWUOKE CONGRATULATES CLASFON ON ABUJA SUMMIT

Mr. Ikechukwu Maximus Ugwuoke, an aspirant for the position of Welfare Secretary in the 2022 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Elections has commended the Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria (CLASFON) on its summit which holds in Abuja.

The statement reads:

MAXIMUS UGWUOKE CONGRATULATES CLASFON ON SUMMIT; CHARGES THEM TO CONTINUE TO SET THE PACE.

NBA National Welfare Secretary frontline Aspirant, Ikechukwu Maximus Ugwuoke has sent a congratulatory message to CLAFON on her recently concluded two day submit in Abuja. In his message he said

“The summit for stakeholders of the Judiciary including litigants held by the Directorate of Anti corruption, Rule of Law and Good Governance (DARG), a body under the Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria (CLASFON) held at Abuja from 18th to 19th of May may have ended but the impact of the robust discussions on the theme of the submit “Promoting and Strengthening of The Nigeria Judiciary’ shall continue to endure and produce the intended objective in the Nigerian Judiciary.

“I congratulate the Christian Lawyers’ Fellowship of Nigeria CLASFON for living up to its motto which is ” A New Legal Profession Anchored on Christ” by chanting a new course for the Nigerian Judiciary through the well considered theme of the submit. There is no better time for such a submit than now when the country’s Judiciary system needs to be more strengthened to continue to live up to her enviable position as the watchdog of the Nigerian democracy.

“I thank God for the success of the program and charge CLASFONITES to continue to set the pace”

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NBA-SBL CONFAB TO X-RAY DEVELOPMENTS IN BIZ LAW

The forthcoming 16th Annual International Business Law Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) in July will focus on recent developments in the Nigerian business law environment and how they have shaped or affected business operations in the country, a statement by the organisers has indicated.

The conference is scheduled to hold from Wednesday, 20th to Friday, 22nd July, 2022 at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital.

Themed “Recent Developments in the Business Law Environment”, the conference will seek to dissect some recent developments in the business law environment, how they have affected businesses, and proffer the way forward to enable businesses to thrive, according to a note issued by the NBA-SBL 2022 Conference Planning Committee (CPC).

It is understood that businesses operate within an environment and whatever happens in the business environment affects businesses and determines whether they thrive or fail.

Theodora Kio-Lawson, Chair, Media, Publicity & Mobilisation Subcommittee of the CPC, said the discussions at the conference will cut across sectors, from oil and gas to finance, tax administration, tech, and the business of law, among others.

A programme schedule made available to CITY LAWYER shows that there will be 11 plenary sessions, with sub-themes including “The Petroleum Industry Act – Making it Work”; “AfCTFA – The Prospects for the Nigerian Business Lawyer”; “CAMA 2020: The Journey So Far”; “Tax Administration Strides and the Nigerian Business Environment”; and “ESG and the Nigerian Business Environment”.

Others are “The Regulation of Over-The-Top Services: Necessity or Overreaching?”; “The Nigerian Startup Bill – Economic enabler?”; “In-house & External Counsel Relationship – New Trends and Expectations”; “The New Face of Competition – Merger Control in the Nigerian Context”; “The Business of Law – New Frontiers, and Succession”; and “Tackling the Challenges of Ponzi Schemes: Insolvency as a Resolution Tool”.

Kio-Lawson said the NBA-SBL is assembling a distinguished faculty of knowledgeable speakers and resource persons from within and outside Nigeria to discuss these issues.

The NBA-SBL Annual Business Law Conference has, since its inception in 2004, continued to provide a platform for stakeholders in the Nigerian business environment to address the issues that affect the business environment as well as businesses operating within the environment. Over the years, the conference has explored themes that include “Bringing Down the Barriers: The Law as a Vehicle for Intra-Africa Trade”; “Growth, Investment and Employment: Beyond Rhetoric”; “Re-tooling Business for Change: Leveraging the Tech Explosion”; “Law and the Changing Face of Legal Practice”, among others.

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NBA-SBL UNVEILS 2022 BUSINESS LAW CONFAB PROGRAMME

The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) has released a schedule of programmes for its 16th Annual International Business Law Conference billed to hold at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja from Wednesday, 20th to Friday, 22nd July 2022.

The programme schedule released by the 2022 Conference Planning Committee shows that the conference, themed “Recent Developments in the Business Law Environment”, will feature 11 plenary sessions.

According to the programme schedule, the sub-themes for the sessions include “CAMA 2020: The Journey So Far”; “ESG and the Nigerian Business Environment”; “In-house & External Counsel Relationship – New Trends and Expectations”; “Tackling the Challenges of Ponzi Schemes: Insolvency as a Resolution Tool”; and “AfCTFA – The Prospects for the Nigerian Business Lawyer”.

Others are “The New Face of Competition – Merger Control in the Nigerian Context”; “Tax Administration Strides and the Nigerian Business Environment”; “The Regulation of Over-The-Top Services: Necessity or Overreaching?”; “The Nigerian Startup Bill – Economic enabler?”; “The Petroleum Industry Act – Making it Work”; and “The Business of Law – New Frontiers, and Succession”.

While the list of speakers and panelists is being awaited, the NBA-SBL has said it is assembling a distinguished faculty of knowledgeable speakers and resource persons from within and outside Nigeria to dissect these issues and chart the way forward.

The schedule also shows that apart from the sessions, there will be other attractions to spice up the conference. These include Learning Curves, the Tare Yeri Prize and SBL Award, as well as social events like Games Night, dinner and closing party.

In a note issued earlier, the 2022 Conference Planning Committee (CPC) said the 16th Annual Business Law Conference will examine recent developments in the Nigerian business environment and how they have shaped or affected business operations.

“The focus will be cross-sectoral, from oil (that has witnessed the birth of a new industry law, divestments by IOCs, a world racing away from oil, and disruptive geo-political tension in Eastern Europe), to finance/tax administration (where the annual amendments to the fiscal legislation through the Finance Act leave businesses scratching their heads), the expanding fintech space that craves for a fit-for-purpose regulation, the Twitter ban that raised the question of Nigeria’s readiness to regulate OTT services, the Startup Bill that seeks to regulate the tech ecosystem, and much more,” said Theodora Kio-Lawson, Chair, Media and Publicity Sub-Committee of the 2022 Conference Planning Committee.

The NBA-SBL is a special arm of the Nigerian Bar Association which engenders the development of commercial law and specialised commercial law practice in Nigeria. Through its Annual Business Law Conference which commenced in 2004, the NBA-SBL provides a platform for stakeholders in the Nigerian business environment to address the issues that affect the business environment and, by extension, businesses operating in it.

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NBA-SBL SET FOR 2022 ANNUAL CONFAB SHOWPIECE

The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) is set for another blockbuster Annual Conference at the world-class Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.

According to a statement by the Conference Planning Committee (CPC), “Every year through its Annual Business Law Conference, the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) provides a platform for stakeholders in the Nigerian business environment to address the issues that affect the business environment and, by extension, businesses operating in it. The conference, since its inception in 2004, has remained a converging point for decision makers in both the public and private sectors, policy formulators, regulators and industry practitioners seeking solutions to the myriad challenges limiting businesses.

“This year, the NBA-SBL is returning with the 16th Annual Business Law Conference themed “Recent Developments in the Business Law Environment”. As the theme clearly suggests, the 2022 conference will examine recent developments in the Nigerian business environment vis-a-vis how they have shaped or affected business operations.

“The focus will be cross-sectoral, from oil (that has witnessed the birth of a new industry law, divestments by IOCs, a world racing away from oil, and disruptive geo-political tension in Eastern Europe), to finance/tax administration (where the annual amendments to the fiscal legislation through the Finance Act leave businesses scratching their heads), the expanding fintech space that craves for a fit-for-purpose regulation, the Twitter ban that raised the question of Nigeria’s readiness to regulate OTT services, the Startup Bill that seeks to regulate the tech ecosystem, and much more.

“From Wednesday, 20th to Friday, 22nd July, 2022, the NBA-SBL is assembling a distinguished faculty of knowledgeable speakers and resource persons from within and outside Nigeria at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja to dissect these issues and chart the way forward.

“Do Make Plans to Join Us.”

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GADZAMA LAUDS EASTERN BAR, LAW TEACHERS; RECEIVES NBA ABUJA AWARD

The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Security Agencies Relations Committee, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN has commended the Eastern Bar Forum (EBF) for its “tremendous impacts to the welfare and mandate of the Nigerian Bar Association within and outside the Eastern Region of Nigeria.”

Gadzama, who is also the Chairman of the Mentoring Committee of the Body of Benchers for Young Lawyers, also lauded the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers (NALT) on her 53rd Annual Conference for being “a citadel of scholarship and learning in diverse areas of legal jurisprudence and the development of moral and civic character of all persons who pass through her portals.”

Turning to Anaocha Branch of the NBA, the chartered arbitrator and pioneer Chairman of the NBA Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) said: “I applaud the executives and the distinguished members of the Anaocha branch of the Nigerian Bar Association for their dexterity in leadership and usual cooperation with the Bar.”

A similar goodwill message was issued to NBA Owerri Branch.

Meanwhile, NBA Abuja Branch (Unity Bar) has given an award to Gadzama for his philanthropy and “meritorious contributions to the NBA Abuja Branch.” The award was received on his behalf by Mr. Madu Joe-Kyari Gadzama, a Partner at J-K Gadzama LLP.

Responding, Gadzama promised to give the Branch 10 slots for lawyers between 1-7 years post-call to intern with his law firm for 6 months. He added that the best intern will receive automatic employment with the firm.

He disclosed that Mr. Jerry Ombugado Musa, the Branch Financial Secretary and a Junior Partner at J-K Gadzama LLP will anchor the process.

Below are full texts of the goodwill messages.

GOODWILL MESSAGE TO (NBA) EASTERN BAR FORUM
With great joy and profound regards, I applaud the executives and the distinguished members of the Eastern Bar Forum of the Nigerian Bar Association for their sterling qualities, unwavering solidarity and usual cooperation with the Bar. The NBA – Eastern Bar Forum has continuously made tremendous impacts to the welfare and mandate of the Nigerian Bar Association within and outside the Eastern Region of Nigeria. I admire your courage, resilience in and unreserved dedication to the NBA. Hence, I urge you to please continue in your spirit of togetherness and commitment to the development of the Eastern Bar and the entire Nigerian Bar at large. As you all gather to deliberate in yet another meeting, I wish you fruitful deliberations and pray that impactful and curative resolutions stem out of your discussions. Please be assured of my loyalty and support. Thank you and God bless.

GOODWILL MESSAGE TO NBA OWERRI BRANCH
Fellow Colleagues, Members, Executives of the NBA-Owerri Branch, I wholeheartedly felicitate with you on the occasion of the commissioning of H.R.H. EZE B.S.C. Nzenwa Exco Chambers in the Bar Centre, the launching of the NBA-Owerri New Website and unveiling of the photo gallery of all past Chairmen of NBA-Owerri scheduled to hold on Thursday, 10th February, 2022. I profusely appreciate the membership of NBA-Owerri for accepting me as one of you. I am truly honoured. The NBA-Owerri Branch has always heralded insightful contributions to the Eastern Bar Forum, Nigerian Bar and legal profession through her offering of selfless support. This dedication to duty has positively influenced the personal lives and career of all members. I commend your professionalism and steadfast support and urge you to continue making laudable landmarks in the Nigerian Bar, legal profession and society at large.

I wish you an enjoyable evening as you convene to celebrate the great accomplishments of the branch and commemorate the good leadership of the Past Chairmen of the Branch. I pray that God continues to bring the aspirations of this noble association to fruition. Please be assured of my continual commitment and support.

GOODWILL MESSAGE TO NIGERIAN ASSOCIATION OF LAW TEACHERS
I felicitate with the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers on this glorious occasion of her 53rd Annual Conference tentatively scheduled to hold from Tuesday, 8th February, 2022 to Thursday, 10th February, 2022. The Nigerian Association of Law Teachers has always been a citadel of scholarship and learning in diverse areas of legal jurisprudence and the development of moral and civic character of all persons who pass through her portals. Undoubtedly, the institution has contributed immensely to the development of the legal profession Nigeria. I must also commend the thematic subjects you have chosen for this years’ annual conference. I consider them topical issues which touch us all, as Lawyers, Academicians and members of the society. It is an honour for me to be part of this epoch-making event as the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers marks her 53rd Annual Conference. I believe this occasion will elicit aspirations towards making laudable landmarks in the legal profession and Nigeria at large. I commend your professionalism and steadfast support and urge you to continue making laudable landmarks in the Nigerian Bar, legal profession and society at large. Please be assured of my continual support and loyalty.

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FIDA NIGERIA SET TO IMPLEMENT 5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN

International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Nigeria Chapter (FIDA Nigeria) is set to begin implementation of its Five-Year Strategic Plan.

According to a press statement made available to CITY LAWYER and signed by its Country Vice President/National President, Mrs. Amina Suzanah Agbaje and National Publicity Secretary, Christiana Oyanvutu Adejumo, the association recently held a 3-day National Executive Officers & Staff Retreat in Abuja to fashion modalities to execute the plan.

“The retreat in addition enabled a Strategic Session involving departmental (Program, Litigation, Monitoring & Evaluation, Accounts, Communications/IT and Admin) presentations by various heads of department,” the statement noted, adding that “The CVP challenged staff to be continuously creative and innovative so to achieve the organizations set goals as stipulated in the FIDA Nigeria Five-Year Strategic Plan.”

Below is the full text of the statement.

PRESS RELEASE ON THE RETREAT FOR NATIONAL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS & STAFF OF FIDA NIGERIA

FIDA Nigeria held a 3-day National Executive Officers & Staff Retreat in Abuja from 13th to 16th of January 2021

The objective was to critically review current operations and performance whilst identifying critical areas requiring refocusing; it also allowed formal interaction by the new National Executive Committee with the new FIDA Nigeria Program Officers both at the national and state levels.
The retreat helped to build the capacity of staff whilst familiarizing them with FIDA Nigeria goals and policies and strengthening their capacity for effective engagement and project implementation. It served as an orientation for the newly recruited staff.
Declaring open the Retreat on Thursday, 13th January 2021, the Country Vice President Mrs. Amina Suzanah Agbaje in her opening remarks welcomed the National Executive Committee and staff, while expressing her immense gratitude for the contributions and continuous efforts made in striving towards promoting FIDA Nigeria’s developmental goals ensuring positive impact across the Nigerian society.

In attendance were the National Executive officers Deputy Country Vice President Evelyn Membere – Asimiea, National Secretary Eliana Martins Assistant National Secretary Beatrice Abongye Awah, National Financial Secretary Olubunmi Niyi-Arajuwa, National Treasurer Chineze Obianyo, National Publicity Secretary/ Editor Mrs. Christiana Oyanvutu Adejumo, National Ex Officio (CVP Emeritus) Rhoda Prevail Tyoden, ably led by the Country Vice President Mrs. Amina Suzanah Agbaje.

Erudite speakers such as Chief Mrs. Victoria Awomolo SAN and Chief Moji Makanjuola MFR, were also in attendance to deliver papers in key areas

The retreat in addition enabled a Strategic Session involving departmental (Program, Litigation, Monitoring & Evaluation, Accounts, Communications/IT and Admin) presentations by various heads of department.

At the end of the retreat the executive committee as well as all departments were effectively equipped with operational plans and approved innovations to further fuel their growth and that of the organization.
The CVP challenged staff to be continuously creative and innovative so to achieve the organizations set goals as stipulated in the FIDA Nigeria Five-Year Strategic Plan

Signed:

Mrs. Amina Suzanah Agbaje
Country Vice President/National President
FIDA Nigeria

Christiana Oyanvutu Adejumo
National Publicity Secretary
FIDA Nigeria

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ENDSARS: ASF FRANCE HOLDS PARLEY ON POLICE REFORMS

As part of its activities to mark the International Human Rights Day 2021, Avocats Sans Frontières France in Nigeria recently convened a stakeholders’ roundtable meeting on Human Rights in Abuja. The meeting provided an opportunity for stakeholders in the human rights sector in Nigeria to deliberate on key issues and proffer solutions aimed at improving the enjoyment of human rights in the country.

The roundtable which was themed “#EndSARS: The Role of CSOs in Driving Police Reforms” was aimed at exploring methodologies for driving police reforms in the aftermath of the #EndSARS, a nationwide protest targeted towards ending human rights abuse by the Police in Nigeria.

According to Angela Uwandu Uzoma-Iwuchukwu, Country Director, ASF France Nigeria, the meeting was organized under the auspices of the “Promoting the United Nations Convention against Torture” (ProCAT) project with the financial support of the German Embassy in Nigeria and the United Nations Voluntary funds for victims of torture.

Constituting the roundtable were representatives from the Nigeria Police, Nigerian Correction Service, Nigerian Security Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigerian Army (NA), Nigerian Air Force (NAF), the Department of State Security (DSS), National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Legal Aid Council of Nigeria (LACON), Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), related Civil Society Organisations and media organisations.

Recommendations were proffered to the human rights issues raised. Stakeholders emphasised the need for continuous momentum in the human rights struggle until success is achieved. Some of the insightful recommendations made by stakeholders in response to the human rights issues raised are as follows:

1) There should be increased collaboration between the CSOs and the security agencies.

2) The need for strict implementation of disciplinary measures against security officers found guilty of torture, including demotion in rank to serve as a deterrent to other officers.

3) The need for an effective follow-up on judgements passed in favour of torture victims to ensure and enforce 100% compliance of judgement.

4) There should be increased efforts towards training of junior officers regarding the use of torture and the implementation of the Anti-torture Act (2017).

5) The need for the use of databases and technology in criminal data retention for better prosecution of offenders and a more efficient justice system.

6) There should be better cooperation from security agencies during civil unrest and protests as this falls under the fundamental human rights of citizens.

7) The need to make officers understand that when they torture, they do not act on behalf of the government, they act on their own accord and are fully liable for their actions.

8) The need to mass-produce and distribute the Anti-torture act to widen its reach and implementation.

9) The need for rigorous sensitization, seminars, and workshop for state-actors against the use of torture.

10) There is a need to improve the welfare of police officers to ensure adequate behaviour from the police officers. There is also a need to increase budgetary allocation for the police force to cater for improvement in facilities and technology for better service delivery.

11) The need to put in structures and initiatives geared towards the effective implementation of the Anti-torture ACT (2017)

12) Increase the pressure on the AG for the effective implementation of the Anti-torture Act.

13) The need to empower security agencies with adequate equipment to proper carry out constitutional duties instead of resorting to torture.

14) The need for psychosocial support for security officers, especially during the onboarding process after graduation from training schools/facilities.

15) The need for removal of bureaucratic bottlenecks in the modus operandi of the Police Public Complaints & Response Unit (PCRU) for effective action against guilty officers.

16) The need to reward police units and officers with less torture cases to serve as examples to other security agencies.

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HAUWA: ‘NBA HAS LOST A GREAT LEADER, BRIDGE BUILDER’ – GADZAMA

The Chairman of the Body of Benchers (BoB) Mentoring Committee for Young Lawyers, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN has described the death of factional Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch Chairman, Dr. Hauwa Shekarau as a huge loss to the legal profession.

In a moving tribute by the pioneer Chairman of the NBA Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL), he stated that by the demise of the leading gender activist, “the Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch and even at the National level, has lost one of its great leaders, one who at the time of her death was justly considered a bridge-builder, a beacon of compassion and a leader extraordinaire.”

According to the statement made available to CITY LAWYER, “The passing of Dr. Hauwa is an incalculable loss to the legal family, the female gender advocacy network, the human rights’ society, Nigeria, and the international community in general.”

Below is the full text of the statement.

TRIBUTE TO DR. HAUWA EVELYN SHEKARAU, ESQ: A LEGAL COLOSSUS, ACTIVIST AND THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION (NBA), ABUJA BRANCH (UNITY BAR).
The 15th September, 2021, was a black-letter day for us at J-K Gadzama LLP. It was the day Dr. Hauwa Evelyn Shekarau said goodbyes and bid forever to us mortals. To say the news of her demise was shocking, sudden and saddening is in the least an understatement. It is a news we bear with such heavy hearts for such is life, very fickle and fleeting in moments! We however take comfort that life is but the sum of choices. This is even truer as vividly illustrated in the style and manner the amiable Dr. Hauwa Shekarau chose to live her life. And indeed she lived. She chose her paths, and purposefully so. And left in her trails, giant strides. She walked the walk of greats. She was an amazon who dined amongst kings and queens and left enduring legacies, to outlive her in the race of time. She travelled down uncharted territories, discovered new discoveries, broke new bounds and conquered. And though stricken with grief, we are solemnly gladdening in the rainbow of sterling performances, capacity-building and ground breaking achievements which coloured the journey of our dearest Dr. Hauwa Evelyn Shekarau, here, in the land of mortal.

Our dearest Dr. Shekarau is a woman of big heart and I feel greatly blessed to have crossed paths with her. She was known in different capacity to different people. From her sojourn as a lawyer and women’s rights activist to being a Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) specialist, Dr. Shekarau had exhibited uncommon dexterity, hardwork, and determination in living up to the demands of each office and position.

Very illustrious, is Dr. Shekarau, well over 25 years’ post-call experience in women and child rights advocacy. She was National President of International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA Nigeria) between 2012 and 2015, served as a board member of several NGOs, and was a nominated delegate to the Nigeria National Conference 2014 as a representative of FIDA, always championing the course of justice in the overall, always a mother, always the voice of the voiceless, always a ready shoulder upon which the rights of women found relevance and overall upliftment.

Until her death, Dr. Shekarau was a “Bar-Woman” through and through. The Nigerian Bar Association has benefitted from her background of rich educational qualification and pool of global experiences as a Chevening Alumnus, having won the British Government Chevening Scholarship in 2006 which prepared her for further educational pursuit to the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) of the University of London in 2007 where she obtained a post-graduate Law Degree in Law and Development.

Dr. Shekarau was Financial Secretary and Treasurer of the Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch from 1997 to 1999 before her election to the exalted position of a chairperson of the Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch in June 2020. Quite notable amongst her many strives is the commitment to fostering unity on the backdrop of the many turbulences in the Unity Bar Branch of Abuja prior to her reign as the NBA Chairperson of the Unity Bar in 2020/2021.

In the death of Dr. Hauwa Shekarau, the Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch and even at the National level, has lost one of its great leaders, one who at the time of her death was justly considered a bridge-builder, a beacon of compassion and a leader extraordinaire. The passing of Dr. Hauwa is an incalculable loss to the legal family, the female gender advocacy network, the human rights’ society, Nigeria, and the international community in general.
It is indeed hard to find suitable words to pay tribute to this remarkable woman. It is however fortunate that during her remarkable life, she had the satisfaction of knowing the high esteem in which she was held by her colleagues, especially my humble self.
Rest on.
For your life was a blessing,
Your memory a treasure,
You are loved beyond words,
And missed beyond measure.

JOE-KYARI GADZAMA, OFR, MFR, SAN, FCIArb, C.Arb.
Chairman, Mentoring Committee of the Body of Benchers for Young Lawyers,
Pioneer Chairman, NBA-SPIDEL (2006-2010),
Chairman, NBA, Abuja Branch (2002-2004).

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ABUJA BASED SENIOR ADVOCATE DIES

An Abuja based senior lawyer, Mr. Johnnie Egwuonwu SAN is dead. Announcing his passing, factional Publicity Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Abuja Branch, Mr. Ikemefuna Onyeka said: “NBA Abuja Branch regrets to announce the demise of her esteemed member J. N. Egwuonwu, SAN who passed on Friday 16th July, 2021 after a brief illness.

“It is our prayer that God will grant him eternal rest; give his immediate family, associates and NBA in general the fortitude to bear this great loss.

“Burial arrangement will be communicated to us as soon as the family announces.”

Among the early mourners were leading arbitrator and Bar Leader, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN who wrote on a social media platform saying: “What a sad piece of news. What a sad day. The learned silk has gone back home. Johnny Egwuonwu SAN worked with us as our Head of Chambers and took silk afterwards. He was a complete gentleman and Bar Leader per excellence. We shall sorely miss him. May his gentle soul rest in the bosom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ until we meet at His feet to part no more. Amen.”

In a terse post on a WhatsApp forum monitored by CITY LAWYER, Mr. Kunle Ogunba SAN wrote: “May his beautiful soul rest in Perfect Peace, AMEN!”

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ABUJA LAWYERS GO HIKING

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Unity Branch at the weekend organized a hike for lawyers.

A statement made available to CITY LAWYER noted that “The event saw a good turn out of lawyers. However, it was a pleasant surprise when two silks, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama SAN and Dr. Sunny Ajala SAN joined in the exercise which drove up the spirit of the lawyers.

“In the friendly mood of the event, the younger lawyers challenged the Silks to see who would reach the top of the mountain. Unknown to them, Chief Gadzama is a golfer who encounters such terrains while Dr Sunny Ajala is a fit and sporty individual.

“To their surprise, the learned silks got to the top while some of the younger lawyers could not make it.”

Speaking on the event, Chairman of the Branch Sport Committee, Mr. Afam Okeke thanked members for turning out for the event. He specially thanked Chief Gadzama and Dr Ajala for their support.

Responding, Chief Gadzama noted that the essence of such events cannot be overemphasised, adding that “Every lawyer must take part in sports and remain healthy to effectively render quality services to clients and enjoy their lives.”

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NBA ELECTIONS: LAGOS, ABUJA, IKEJA, PH ARE BATTLE-GROUND BRANCHES

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Some Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) branches have maintained their rating as battle-ground branches in NBA National Elections, given the latest voter registration list published by the Electoral Committee of the NBA (ECNBA) in the run-up to the 2020 polls.

Following release of the second provisional voters’ list for the elections by the electoral umpire, Lagos Branch maintains its pole-vault position as by far the branch with the largest number of voters in NBA circles. It has 6,722 members on the voters’ register. Continue Reading

ABUJA AGOG AS NBA-CLE TRAINING HOLDS TOMORROW

Lawyers and other practitioners in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja will by tomorrow have an opportunity to participate in a Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) accredited Continuing Legal Education (NBA-CLE) programme on Company Law and Corporate Governance.

Facilitated by the Legal Defence and Assistance Project (LEDAP) under the NBA Institute of Continuing Legal Education (NBA-ICLE) “Mandatory Continuing Legal Education” programme, the two courses will be delivered by senior lawyers and subject matter experts on December 2 and 3, 2019 respectively.

For the Company Law module, the sub-themes that are planned to be covered include Directors, Secretary & Officers of a Company; Rules of Federal High Court; Derivative Actions/Minority Rights; Mergers & Acquisition; Company Proceedings and Investment Disputes; Introduction to Investments & Securities Act as well as Company Securities, Capital Market Practice and Flotation of Securities.

The Corporate Governance module is billed to cover such topics as Origin of Corporate Governance; Development of Corporate Governance in Nigeria; Codes of Corporate Government in Nigeria including the SEC, CBN, NAICOM and Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) codes of corporate governance. Other sub-themes are Board Evaluation and Audit as well as “Salient Points on Corporate Governance” including Corporate Governance Framework, Board Responsibilities, Separation of role of Chairman from Chief Executive, Board Committees, Conflict of interest, Corporate Social Responsibility, Board Charter, Board Evaluation, Induction Training and Succession Planning.

The training will be held at The Den Hotel, 20 Agadez Crscent, Wuse 2, Abuja.

While the course fee for the two-day subsidized training has been pegged at N40, 000, young lawyers between 1-7 years post-call will receive a further discount of 40% to be shaved off the course fee.

According to the organisers, interested participants are to pay the course fee into the “LEDAP-MCLE COURSE” Account Number 1016147835 at Zenith Bank Plc. For more information, please call 0906-000-7472 or email info@nba-mcle-ledapnigeria.org.

Founded in 1997 and led by foremost pro bono activist, Mr. Chino Obiagwu SAN, LEDAP is a non-governmental organization engaged in the promotion and protection of human rights, the rule of law and good governance in Nigeria. It has observer status with the Africa Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights.

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FLOOD SWEEPS AWAY ABUJA COURT CHIEF

A heavy flood has swept away the Director of Finance, High Court of Federal Capital Territory , Mr. Tony Okecheme. Okecheme was on his way to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in his official 2017 Toyota Camry when his car got stuck in the flood at Galadimawa roundabout, Abuja.

The finance director was swept away by the raging flood, but his driver, whose name could not be immediately ascertained, was rescued by some young boys in the area. The driver was said to have been taken to Asokoro hospital, but his boss was yet to be located as of the time of filing this report.

Eyewitnesses said the National Emergency Management Agency officials who came to the scene failed to rescue Okecheme and his driver who were reportedly trapped in the flood for about an hour before the water swept away the director.

His car, which was filled with mud water, was however pulled out of the ravines by the rescuers, who were angry over NEMA’s failure to rescue the man. Two young girls who claimed to be Okecheme’s children were seen weeping uncontrollably at the scene of the incident.

An FCT judiciary worker, who did not give his name, identified the car as belonging to Okecheme, noting that the man sent him N40,000 this (Friday) morning.

“I phoned him yesterday that I was broke and he promised to send me money before he travels today. I got N40,000 from him this morning,” he explained, as he showed our Correspondent the text message from the director.

The PUNCH reports that FCT Police spokesman, DSP Anjuguri Manzah, promised to find out the incident, saying he had not been briefed.

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BREAKING: ROBBERS RAIN BULLETS ON NBA CHIEFTAIN

Bandits suspected to be armed robbers have rained bullets on former Nigerian Bar Association Legal Adviser, Mrs. Linda Rose Bala. CITY LAWYER gathered that Bala’s driver was also badly injured during the attack. Continue Reading

NBA NEC MEETING HOLDS DECEMBER 6

The first National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting under the leadership of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President, Mr. Paul Usoro SAN will hold at NBA House, Abuja on Thursday, December 6, 2018. Continue Reading