Chief Judge seeks speedy, fair determination of cases amid, condemns media attacks

Chief Judge seeks speedy, fair determination of cases amid, condemns media attacks

The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, John Tsoho, on Monday, called for speedy and fair determination of cases. “As we navigate the challenges confronting the judiciary and the Federal High Court in particular, it is imperative that we adhere to best practices in Justice delivery. Judges must maintain the highest standards of impartiality … Read more

NBA reacts to police’s decision not to provide security for Rivers LGA election

NBA reacts to police’s decision not to provide security for Rivers LGA election

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed concerns regarding the security arrangements for the Rivers State loocal government elections scheduled for Saturday, 5 October. This concerns arose from a controversial announcement made by the Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer, Grace Iringe-Koko, that the police would refrain from providing security during the elections, citing compliance … Read more

NBA president-elect Afam Osigwe accepts victory, restates reform plans

NBA president-elect Afam Osigwe accepts victory, restates reform plans

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) president-elect, Afam Osigwe, has accepted his victory in Saturday’s election, restating his campaign vow to push for the reform of the Nigerian judiciary. PREMIUM TIMES reported that Mr Osigwe, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), polled 20,435 votes, more than half of the ballots cast for the presidential position, to defeat his … Read more