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30 Jul 2024
A former Chairman of the Body of Benchers, Wole Olanipekun (SAN), has urged alumni associations to replenish society and their alma mater through sustainable initiatives.
11 Jun 2024
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, has been called upon to rescue the judiciary concerning the sacking of Rivers State Assembly members who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Coalition of Lawyers for Injustice, led by Mr Moses Okino, also called on the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and all well-meaning stakeholders…
8 Jun 2024
US prosecutors identified a fourth person charged in a betting scheme involving an NBA player, saying the accused man had turned himself in. Federal prosecutors in New York announced charges on Thursday against four people involved in conspiring to rig basketball games, but made only three names public: Timothy McCormack, Mahmud Mollah and Long Phi…
30 May 2024
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has criticised the judges' conduct over conflicting orders issued by courts in Kano in the Emirate tussle. NBA President Yakubu Maikyau, in a statement from the secretariat, described the actions of the Federal High Court and Kano High Court judges as a disgrace and shame to the legal profession. On…
22 May 2024
Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have reiterated their commitment to tackle corruption in the country.
5 Mar 2024
I had known him as a forthright man, down to earth, uncompromising, principled and downright courageous. But sitting there in the courtroom listening to the tributes from various speakers drew tears from my eyes.
21 Feb 2024
In recent years, the realm of sports has undergone a profound transformation, evolving beyond its traditional recreational roots to emerge as a commanding presence in the global economy. Within this dynamic industry lies a complex network of stakeholders, each wielding significant influence in shaping the ongoing trajectory and expansion of sports. This multi-billion dollar sector…
18 Feb 2024
On-going legal tussle over the formation of a law society to co-exist with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is first a reflection of possible unsatisfactory performance of the NBA to some of its members...
16 Feb 2024
A lawyer, Yemi Adedoyin Shyllon has called on the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to organise an entrepreneur and vocational seminars for skill development outside the legal profession, particularly for the benefit of fresh law graduates.
15 Feb 2024
In its determination to clear troubled regions of Plateau State of criminal activities, troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) under Hakorin Damisa IV, have discovered an isolated weapons fabrication factory in Pakachi Village, Mangu Local Council of Plateau State.
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The head of the world's chemical weapons watchdog met Syria's new leader Saturday, in a first visit to Damascus since the ouster of Bashar
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In the early hours of Saturday, February 8, 2025, the second batch of 122 Lagos intending pilgrims arrived safely in Jordan. They were led by esteemed government delegates, including Mr. Adewunmi Gbolahan Ogunsanya, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Florence Yetunde Gbafe, Board Secretary, Bishop Prof. Rufus Oguntuase, Vice Chairman, Mr. Adedamola Adeoshun, Mrs.…
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Lawyers representing Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), have formally requested the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John T. Tsoho, to transfer his trial from the Abuja Division to any Federal High Court in the Southeast. In a letter addressed to Justice Tsoho, Kanu's lead counsel,…
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The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), North Central, have warned disgruntled elements against sabotaging the activities of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume. In a statement Saturday, jointly signed by Messrs Mu'azu Bawa Rijau, and Yakubu Adamu who are the zonal National Vice Chairman and secretary of…
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The Arewa Youths Consultative Forum (AYCF) and Northern Awareness Network (NAN) have commended President Bola Tinubu and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for their firm stance on accountability in the dismissal of three suspended Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) from Adamawa, Sokoto, and Abia states. The Arewa groups in separate statements on Saturday noted that…
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The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has announced that the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, will be awarded the prestigious Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) honoris causa as part of its 50th-anniversary celebrations scheduled for March 23, 2025. The University's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Florence Obi, made the announcement on Friday when she led the…
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It was joy, happiness and celebration unlimited today when the Nyamoke kindred of the Ojoto community in Idemili South Council of Anambra State unveiled the maiden edition of Nyamoke Day. The event had almost all the adult males from the Nyamoke Family Union of Umuchem village in Ojoto in attendance. It was described as a…
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Pastor Abel Damina of Abel Damina Ministries has stated that those who call themselves gospel music ministers are no different from singers like Davido, Tiwa Savage and Burna Boy. According to him, there's no such thing as gospel music ministers in the Bible, adding that there is nothing gospel about their lyrics. The clergyman said…
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A federal lawmaker, Bello El-rufai, has appealed to the Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, and his father, Nasir El-rufai, to bury their feud. Bello, who represents Kaduna North in the House of Representatives, said that even though his father was his number one role model and Senator Uba Sani his boss, reconciling them was…