NBA alarmed over arrest of former presidential aide, Obono-Obla, vows to intervene
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed concern over the arrest of former presidential aide, Festus Obono-Obla. The association described the arrest as alarming and emphasized the need for adherence to due process in handling the matter. NBA President Olumide Akpata stated that the association will closely monitor developments and intervene to ensure Obono-Obla’s legal […]
NJC, NBA hoping propaganda will bury illegalities in Nnamdi Kanu’s conviction – Lawyer
Barrister Christopher Chidera, a member of the Mazi Nnamdi Kanu Defence Consortium, has accused the National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) of staying silent over what he called “illegalities” in the conviction of the IPOB leader. In a statement on Monday, he claimed that propaganda is being used to distract the […]
Lawyers ask court to shut down NBA Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Some Nigerian lawyers have approached the court, asking it to order the shutdown of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE). The lawyers argue that the institute is operating outside its legal mandate and has failed to meet the purpose for which it was created. They insist that urgent judicial intervention […]
NBA demands action over Kebbi school abductions, Brigadier-General’s death
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called on the government to take urgent action following the recent abduction of schoolchildren in Kebbi State and the killing of a Brigadier-General. The association stressed that such incidents threaten national security and the rule of law. In a statement, the NBA urged security agencies to investigate the attacks […]
Ronaldo names ex-Real Madrid teammate, two athletes who inspire him
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed the athletes who inspire him in his career and personal drive. Speaking in a recent interview with British broadcaster Piers Morgan, the Al-Nassr star mentioned three names he admires for their longevity and dedication to excellence. The 40-year-old striker highlighted how these sports icons continue to perform at the […]
You’ve 72 hours to retract blackmail, attack on INEC, judiciary – Factional LP to Nenadi
The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party (LP) has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the faction led by Nenadi Usman to withdraw alleged derogatory remarks made against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the judiciary. The warning was contained in a statement released on Thursday by Obiora Ifoh, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, […]
NBA condemns Kano court order forcing TikTokers to marry
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly criticized a reported ruling by a Kano Magistrate’s Court that allegedly ordered two popular TikTok content creators, Idris Mai Wushirya and Basira Yar Guda, to marry within 60 days. The order reportedly followed their appearance in viral videos considered “indecent” by the Kano State Films and Video Censorship […]
Billionaire businessman, Bill Chisholm officially takes over basketball club Boston Celtics in $6.1bn deal
American billionaire Bill Chisholm has officially taken over the Boston Celtics after the NBA approved a record-breaking $6.1 billion sale. The announcement comes five months after the deal was first agreed. The NBA confirmed in a statement that its Board of Governors unanimously approved the sale of the controlling stake in the Celtics to an […]
NBA condemns Ibom Air’s ‘degrading’ treatment of female passenger and lifetime flight ban
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) criticized Ibom Air for how it treated Ms. Comfort Emmanson and for placing a lifetime flight ban on her. The ban was also backed by the Airline Operators of Nigeria. In a statement signed by NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe and General Secretary Dr. Mobolaji Ojibara, the lawyers described the […]
NBA demands sanctions for WAEC and JAMB officials over 2025 exam disruptions
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is asking lawmakers to take action against officials who caused serious problems during the 2025 JAMB and WAEC exams. Earlier this year, many students protested their JAMB results released on May 9. They said the scores were wrong and lower than what they actually earned. On April 14, JAMB’s head, […]