Afam Osigwe, SAN, Advocates For Safety And Justice At NBA Garki Branch Meeting
During the recent gathering of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Garki Branch, Afam Osigwe, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), emphasized the critical importance of prioritizing safety for lives and properties within the legal community. Osigwe stressed that the NBA, with its unique position, must actively collaborate with security agencies to ensure the robust defense of collective well-being.
Addressing attendees, Osigwe urged law enforcement agencies to conduct thorough investigations into recent disturbing incidents, including the kidnapping of esteemed colleague Mr. Chris Agidy and the tragic killing of Chief Jude Oguejiofor Esq. in Nnewi, as well as other cases nationwide. These occurrences, he emphasized, necessitate an impassioned appeal for security agencies to diligently probe all threats to the safety of lawyers and citizens, with a steadfast commitment to swiftly bringing perpetrators to justice. Osigwe’s plea underscored not only a call for action but also a demand for unwavering dedication to upholding the rule of law and safeguarding the nation as a whole.
The meeting provided an invaluable platform for colleagues to engage in meaningful discussions on pressing issues and exchange ideas on charting a way forward.