Rivers: Restore Gov Fubara immediately – NBA to Tinubu
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has again called on President Bola Tinubu to return Governor Siminalayi Fubara to his position as the governor of Rivers State. The NBA insists that Fubara’s removal was unconstitutional and should be reversed immediate. Last Tuesday, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State due to ongoing political […]
NBA condemns suspension of Gov Fubara, calls it unconstitutional
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly opposed the suspension of Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara, his deputy, and 27 lawmakers for six months. The decision, announced under a state of emergency by President Bola Tinubu, has been labeled unconstitutional by the NBA. In a statement on Tuesday, March 18, NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe […]
NBA Condemns Removal Of Benue Chief Judge, Justice Ikpambwese
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly opposed the removal of Benue State Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambwese, calling it unconstitutional. On Tuesday, the Benue State House of Assembly passed a resolution asking Governor Hyacinth Alia to remove Justice Ikpambwese over allegations of financial mismanagement. In response, NBA President Afam Osigwe (SAN) issued a statement […]
NBA arrests another fake lawyer in Delta community
In a recent incident in Udu Local Government Area, Delta State, another fake lawyer has been apprehended. Godspower Ogoba, a suspected fraudster, was caught by members of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), led by David Omage. The arrest took place on January 29, 2025. Ogoba was found in a business center on Ufuoma Street in […]
Mazi Afam Osigwe Becomes 32nd President of the Nigerian Bar Association
Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has officially assumed the role of the 32nd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Lagos. He takes over from Mr. Yakubu Maikyau, SAN, whose term ended today. In his inaugural address, Osigwe emphasized his commitment to holding governments accountable, particularly in areas of justice, equity, and the rule of […]