The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mazi Afam Osigwe SAN, delivered a speech at the opening of the Federal High Court’s 2024/2025 Legal Year that resonates as a clarion call for transformative judicial reforms. For me, the speech underscores the judiciary’s pivotal role in maintaining societal order, upholding rights, and fostering public trust. ...

    The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has recommended that the government provide compensation to landowners in oil-producing regions as a strategy to mitigate oil theft. According to a statement on the NBA’s website released Tuesday, Osigwe emphasized that involving local communities through compensation could align their interests ...

  In a move aimed at advancing effective governance and reform within the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), President Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has inaugurated the NBA Constitution Amendment Committee. This initiative underscores his commitment to fostering a more progressive and accountable legal body and highlights his administration’s dedication to enhancing governance structures and supporting professional ...

  Here is a summary of the critical issues addressed by Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN at the recently concluded NBA NEC meeting>>>>>>>>>>> 1. Solutions for Stamp Production Delays: Responding to the recent delays in lawyer stamp production and distribution, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) held an emergency meeting on September 9, 2024. Attended by the ...

  The Metro Lawyer (TML) extends heartfelt congratulations to Mazi Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, President of the Nigerian Bar Association, on his 52nd birthday. Afam Osigwe, SAN, is a remarkable advocate and exemplary leader. Since his resounding election as NBA President, he has tirelessly led the Bar proactively, restoring confidence and respect among lawyers and ...

    Mba Nkem, the Deputy Chief Registrar of the Federal High Court (FHC) in Awka, Anambra State, is facing accusations of demanding 20 to 30 liters of diesel from defendants as a condition for finalizing their bail. The allegations came to light after concerns were raised by several defendants and their legal representatives. Mazi ...

  As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Anniversary, the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has issued a message emphasising the need for national reflection on justice, human rights, and governance. In his address, Osigwe called on citizens to not only celebrate the day but to also engage in sober ...

  The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called for an immediate and thorough investigation into allegations that Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, bribed Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officials to drop money laundering charges against him. The NBA’s call follows reports that Bobrisky allegedly paid ₦15 million to EFCC officers to dismiss the ...

  The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN), has extended warm congratulations to Efua Ghartey, who was recently elected as the first female President of the Ghana Bar Association. In a congratulatory message, Osigwe hailed her election as a historic moment for the legal profession in Ghana and a major ...

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) expresses its profound concern and strong condemnation over the recent increase in the pump price of fuel by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), which has risen sharply from 617 Naira to about 900 Naira. This significant and abrupt hike has imposed an unbearable burden on the already overstretched finances ...

  In a significant milestone for the Nigerian legal community, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has officially taken office as the 32nd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). Members of the Caliphate Bar, represented by Chairman Rashidat Muhammed of the NBA Sokoto Branch, have extended their heartfelt congratulations to Osigwe on this remarkable achievement. The ...

  Yakubu Maikyau, the former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has called on the incoming NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN to implement innovative strategies aimed at driving the association’s growth and development. Maikyau made this appeal during the inauguration ceremony of the 32nd NBA President and other executive members in Lagos. He ...

  The NLS Class 2003 Alumni Association, led by President Kabir Akanbi, has extended its heartfelt congratulations to Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, on his inauguration as the 32nd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). A statement released by the Akanbi on behalf of the association’s Executive Committee, reveals that Osigwe’s election is celebrated as ...

  Our Mandate I stand before you today filled with a profound sense of gratitude and humility as I accept the enormous responsibility and honour of serving as the 32nd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). This moment is not just a personal milestone but a testament of the collective will of the esteemed ...

The President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, was honored with a warm reception by the members of the Otu Oka-Iwu (Igbo Lawyers), Abuja Chapter, during their July monthly branch meeting held today Saturday 26th July 2024. This event was a notable gathering, showcasing the unity and camaraderie within the ...

  Get ready for an evening filled with vibrant music, fantastic food, refreshing drinks, and unbeatable networking vibes. Don’t miss this golden opportunity to mingle with fellow legal eagles and chat with the one and only Mazi Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN. Come join us for some fun and a great time! Date: Thursday, July 18th, ...