A civil society organisation, the Centre for Democratic Accountability and Transparency, has raised concerns over the growing issue of dual party membership in Nigeria, warning that it poses a serious threat to the country’s democratic process. Speaking at a press…
The Nigerian Bar Association – Section on Legal Practice (NBA-SLP) has announced the adoption of a new official logo as part of efforts to strengthen the Section’s institutional identity and brand within the legal profession. The announcement was made in…
The Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) has released Notice No. 5, publishing the names of aspirants who have submitted their Letters of Expression of Interest to contest in the 2026 National Elections of the Nigerian Bar Association.…
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Friday, February 27, 2026, ordered the remand of the former Attorney General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, alongside his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe…
The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Friday, February 27, 2026 affirmed the decision of the trial Court and Court of Appeal that convicted and sentenced Senator Albert Bassey to seven years imprisonment and the restitution of the sum of N204m…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Friday, February 27, 2026 arraigned Chief Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome, SAN, Ponfa Useni and General Jeremiah Useni (now deceased) before Justice C.N. Oji. Of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Maitama,…
The Nigerian Bar Association has extended the Early Bird registration deadline for its 66th Annual General Conference (AGC 2026), giving members additional time to register at the discounted rate. In an official update issued by the AGC Planning Committee, the…
By: Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi SAN FCIArb (UK) Mining is the process of extracting valuable minerals and geological materials from the earth. These include metals like gold, iron ore, and tin; industrial minerals such as limestone, gypsum, and talc; and hydrocarbons…
The long-awaited activation of accounts under the landmark free access initiative sponsored by Yemi Akangbe, SAN has officially commenced, marking a major milestone in expanding access to legal research tools for young practitioners across Nigeria. Young lawyers who successfully registered…
The Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) has released comprehensive guidelines governing campaigns for the 2026 national elections of the Nigerian Bar Association, warning aspirants and candidates against early campaigning, financial inducements, and the distribution of gifts. In…