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
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has criticised the federal government’s bilateral agreement with the United Kingdom, allowing English lawyers to practise in Nigeria. On Tuesday, Nigeria and the UK formalised a new trade agreement to boost trade and investment between both countries. Called the Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP), the agreement is also expected … Read more
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Monday called for more investment in the security of Nigeria and the strengthening of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The association also commended President Bola Tinubu for his efforts to reform Nigeria’s security architecture, adding that no investment is too much for safeguarding the country’s territorial integrity and the lives … Read more
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has mourned Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, who died early Wednesday. His departure, the NBA said, “is our collective loss.” Recalling his contributions to the growth and development of Ondo State and the South-west region, particularly his roles in the establishment of the regional security network, Amotekun, the NBA … Read more
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) said on Sunday that the judiciary has to be independent and effective for human rights to thrive in Nigeria. “The concept of ‘justice for all’ is unattainable without an independent judiciary. Individual rights and freedoms will remain a mirage without a truly independent and competent judiciary,” the NBA president, Yakubu … Read more
