Nigerian Vice President Yemi Osinbajo advocated for people-centered reforms within the justice system at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference. He emphasized the importance of a justice system that prioritizes the needs of the populace.

This entry refers to an archive of articles from The Guardian Nigeria News related to the Nigerian Correctional Service facility and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

Gabriel Nkup Tsenyen, a former chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has been remanded in DSS custody by the Federal High Court on allegations of cyberstalking and incitement.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has deployed election observers to Osun state to monitor the electoral process and ensure compliance with electoral laws and the rule of law ahead of Saturday's election.

A fake lawyer has been convicted and jailed in Lagos for impersonation and using a forged Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) seal. The conviction underscores efforts to combat legal fraud and protect the integrity of the legal profession.

Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, the President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), met with President Tinubu and vowed to work towards healing divisions and promoting unity within the legal profession.

The 2026 national officers' election of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) remains a contentious topic, with Badejo-Okusanya bracing for the storm and pledging reforms amidst historical parallels and precedents that have evoked mixed reactions among legal practitioners.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Badejo-Okusanya on her victory as the first elected female president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). This marks a significant milestone in the history of the legal body.

Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, the President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has vowed to prioritize a comprehensive reform of the association’s electoral process.

A senior lawyer has called upon the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) president-elect to work towards uniting the country's legal community, which is currently polarized along various lines.

A female lawyer is currently in the early lead in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) election as voting closes, with Badejo-Okusanya also on course to become president. The results are eagerly awaited.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has confirmed that its 2026 national officers election will proceed on Saturday, July 18, despite the recent arrest of its service provider by the DSS.

With just 48 hours remaining, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) faces mounting challenges and internal wrangling threatening the smooth conduct of its national elections. Three Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) are reportedly eyeing the presidential seat.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is insisting on proceeding with its officers' election despite opposition from the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF).

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has cleared 35 candidates to contest in its 2026 national elections, including three Senior Advocates of Nigeria vying for the presidency, despite ongoing legal challenges.

Mr. Joseph Gbagyo, the Chairman-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Makurdi Branch, stated that Nigeria's democracy is making progress despite numerous challenges facing the country.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has threatened disciplinary action against lawyers who institute court cases aimed at involving the judiciary in internal political party conflicts, citing the ADC crisis.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has issued a strong statement cautioning that courtrooms must remain forums of law and reason, not intimidation or fear, for lawyers.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned Omoyele Sowore’s conduct at an Abuja court, describing it as a disruption of decorum and an affront to the rule of law.

Former Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President, Olisa Agbakoba, on Wednesday praised Executive Order 10 as the most significant fiscal reform in decades, saying it could transform Nigeria from a borrowing-dependent economy to one driven by internally generated revenue. The post Agbakoba hails Executive Order 10 as game-changer for Nigeria’s economy appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian human rights lawyer Femi Falana has criticized the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for inviting African dictators, specifically mentioning George Weah, to address lawyers. Falana argued that such invitations are inappropriate and undermine democratic principles.

The Benin Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Wednesday faulted alleged plans by the Edo State House of Assembly to repeal the law ensuring the autonomy of the state’s legislature and…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and UNICEF have partnered to provide free legal services for vulnerable children across Nigeria, aiming to ensure their access to justice regardless of their circumstances.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and UNICEF unveiled a N120 million strategic partnership to provide free legal services for juvenile offenders, with the Nigerian government pledging support and a review of the Child’s Rights Act.

Nigeria's First Lady has tasked the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) with creating opportunities for aspiring women, acknowledging the NBA members' appreciation for her poverty alleviation efforts.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

Human rights lawyer Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya, SAN, on her election as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), calling her victory the start of a greater task.

The Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has filed a lawsuit in a Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to prevent the swearing-in of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President-elect, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, and others.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has congratulated Mrs. Oyinlasola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN) on her election as President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), hailing it as a significant milestone for the legal profession.

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, the newly elected President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), stated that her campaign focused on capacity rather than gender, outlining her plans for uniting the legal body.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has reaffirmed its commitment to holding its 2026 national officers' election on Saturday. The association has invited the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to monitor the elections.

The Yoruba Lawyers Forum has demanded the postponement of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) election, advocating for NIN-based voter verification and other electoral reforms to ensure a credible process.

A retired judge has endorsed the use of National Identification Number (NIN) verification for Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) elections, advocating for electoral reforms to enhance transparency and restore confidence in the process.

Prof. Chidi Odinkalu has alleged a plot to manipulate the upcoming Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) presidential election, aiming to ensure an unopposed candidate.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has voiced strong criticism against increasingly tough police bail conditions, urging reforms to ensure fair access to freedom for suspects.

Aminu Hassan, Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kebbi State Branch, has dismissed allegations of widespread corruption within Nigeria’s judiciary.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) warns courts and lawyers against intervening in political party disputes, citing the Electoral Act to protect democracy. Read More:…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has issued a warning to judges, condemning the increasing instances of judicial bullying and the misuse of contempt powers to intimidate legal practitioners.

Following outrage over the sexual assault of women at a festival in Ozoro, Delta State, police have released findings and arrested 15 persons, while the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned the incident as a national disgrace and called for justice.

FEW minutes after leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) including the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi received former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and the LP Edo 2024 governorship candidate, Olumide Akpata into the party, suspected thugs attacked the facility at Ogbelaka Street, Off Sokponba Road accompanied with several gunshots. The post Obi escapes attack at ADC secretariat appeared first on Vanguard News.

The lawyer representing Nnamdi Kanu has publicly faulted the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for its silence regarding an alleged 'illegal' civil stay. This criticism highlights ongoing legal disputes surrounding Kanu's case.

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) is set to headline a special session at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference, focusing on strengthening legal protections for workers.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has decried rising election violence ahead of Saturday’s poll in Osun, urging police neutrality and an end to political killings.

The Federal Government of Nigeria, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and UNICEF have partnered to provide free legal services for children in conflict with the law and vulnerable children across the country.

The President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) met with the First Lady, assuring her of the NBA's commitment to partnering on initiatives to provide pro bono services for vulnerable populations.

The African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) has lauded the election of Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya as the new President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), marking a significant milestone for gender inclusion in the country's legal profession.

President Tinubu has called on the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to rectify issues that arose during her election, unify the bar, and reach out to other contestants.

A senior advocate has condemned the recent Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) election, alleging it was "stage-managed and biased" and warning of adverse consequences for the legal profession.

Badejo-Okusanya has been elected as the second female president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). Her achievement is seen as an inspiration for women.

Barrister Bashir Muazu Jodi, the newly elected Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sokoto Branch, has pledged to strengthen the independence of the Bar, promote the rule of law, and improve members' welfare.

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya (SAN) has outlined her ambition to become the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), focusing on repositioning the association to improve welfare and professional standards.

Three prominent Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) are set to compete for the presidency of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in an election scheduled for July 18. The candidates will present their visions for the future of the Nigerian legal profession.

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has instructed the public to disregard a publication by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) concerning the issuance of tamper-proof seals for Notaries Public.

Paul Azuka, Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Asaba Branch, has described Nigeria’s democratic journey as slow and largely stagnant, reacting to the country's 27 years of unbroken democracy.

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) backed by Nyesom Wike has requested the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to sanction lawyers involved in differing interpretations of a recent Appeal Court ruling on a leadership dispute.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has voiced its concern regarding courts' interference in the internal affairs of political parties, highlighting the ongoing leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following a recent Court of Appeal ruling.

Activist and 2023 African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has responded to criticism from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) regarding his conduct at the Federal High Court in Abuja, accusing the association of selective outrage.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) shares its Eid-el-Fitr message, congratulating Muslims and urging all Nigerians to embrace peace, tolerance, and unity. Read More:…