HAPPY MAULUD CELEBRATION TO ALL MUSLIMS ACROSS THE WORLD - EWENODE O. WILLIAM ESQ., FORMER NBA NATIONAL ASSISTANT SECRETARY.
I wish to heartily felicitate with all our Muslim brothers and sisters within and outside the Legal profession across the globe on the joyous occasion of the Maulud celebrations. Maulud is celebrated across the globe to commemorate the birth of our noble prophet Muhammad SAW and the message of humanity he brought to the entire human race. Maulud represents the message of service and the need for us to contribute to serving humanity at our individual levels. The significance of this auspicious celebration must not be lost on all. We must all st…
EID EL-KABIR: AS WE CELEBRATE! | S. O. K. Shillings Esq.
My mind is with those whose lives were cut short in gruesome circumstances which are not natural. The endangered species of the insecurity situation in Nigeria. Those who are afflicted by the strife of our society. Suddenly, 'banditry' becomes part of the employment index. Sophisticated weapons are brandished and applied to devastating effects. The roads are no longer safe. We find ourselves in the Hobbesian state-of-nature where life is brutish and short. Life expectancy is tied more to luck. And they are products of the actions of m…
NBA FELICITATES MUSLIMS ON THE OCCASION OF EID EL-KABIR.
On the occasion of this year's Eid El-Kabir, the President of the Nigerian Bar Association on behalf of the members rejoices with our Muslim colleagues, as well as Muslims all over the world. May the important lessons of this occasion lead to more peaceful co-existence, mutual respect, prosperity and tranquility in our Nation, and may Allah (SWT) accept all our prayers and acts of Ibadah. Eid Mubarak!!! Dr. Rapulu Nduka Publicity Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association.
VALEDICTORY SESSION: NBA EULOGISES ITS FORMER PRESIDENT, CHIEF BABATUNDE OLUSOLA BENSON, SAN.
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mr. Olumide Akpata was at the valedictory session held in honour of Late Chief Babatunde Olusola Benson SAN (Past President of the NBA) at the Ikeja High Court, Lagos State, on the 13th of July 2021. In his tribute, the NBA President extolled the leadership qualities, industry, intellect and tenacity of the departed Learned Silk, who served the profession both locally and internationally. The NBA bids the Late Chief Babatunde Olusola Benson, SAN farewell and prays that his soul rest in peace. Dr.…
NBA FELICITATES MUSLIMS ON THE OCCASION OF EID AL-FITR.
On the occasion of this year's Eid al-fitr celebration, the President of the Nigerian Bar Association on behalf of the Association rejoices with our Muslim members, as well as Muslims all over the world on this important event. May the important lessons of the Ramadan usher in prosperity and tranquility; and the attendant virtues imbibed by the entirety of the Muslim Ummah. Happy Eid al-fitr!!! Dr. Rapulu Nduka Publicity Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association.
EID MUBARAK WISHES FROM THE MATTERS OF THE NIGERIAN BAR.
The Matters of the Nigerian Bar and her team wishes all Muslim faithfuls Eid Mubarak on this occasion of a successful completion of the 2021 Ramadan fasting. Eid al-Fitr!
GOOD MORNING 2021! - By Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq.
Thank you the Nigerian Bar Association, Ikorodu branch for your outpour of love and well wishes on the occasion of my birthday on the 3rd of February, 2021. UNA REALLY BE DE OGA BRANCH! Other branches I believe are reeking of envy with the way the IkoBar does Her things, more so the wide spread love we exhume. The indefatigable Chairman indeed, Abimbola Ojedokun Esq., for the balance and peace you radiates may your God never put you down. To all our learned colleagues, friends, acquaintances, seniors, my Mamas and Papas, my committee Chairman,…
OLAWUNMI ADEOLA, THE IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRPERSON OF THE YOUNG LAWYERS' FORUM, NBA IKORODU BRANCH CELEBRATES HER BIRTHDAY TODAY AS MEMBERS OF THE BRANCH SENDS OUT WELL WISHES AND LOVE TO HER.
Today, 21st of January, 2021 the Nigerian Bar Association, Ikorodu branch celebrates Her immediate past Young Lawyers Forum, Chairman in the person of Olawunmi Adeola. The celebrant is a member so dear to the Branch because of her personality and impeccable performance under the Bayo Akinlade administration as the leader of the YLF forum. She has been adjudged by popular opinion a quintessential intelligence with the oratory of a Master of Ceremony. Her class of beauty is charm with the appeal of wisdom and peace. The Matters of the Nigeri…
NBA WISHES ITS MEMBERS AND NIGERIANS, A MERRY CHRISTMAS.
As we commemorate and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ (The Prince of Peace), it is our collective desire that our lives and entire Nation experience His Peace in these troubling times. On behalf of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), the President - Mr. Olumide Akpata, wishes all members of the Legal Profession and Nigerians, a Merry Christmas. May we, in the spirit of the season, reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, and explicate the virtues of love and peace symbolised by the birth of Jesus Christ, saviour of the World, in our homes…
NBA IKORODU END OF YEAR PARTY 2020
My distinguished seniors and colleagues, the NBA Ikorodu Branch end of year thanksgiving party is around the corner ( Saturday , 12th December, 2020 ). It's a party to celebrate,rejoice and give thanks to almighty God for keeping us and our family members alive, hale and hearty despite all the challenges of year 2020. I thank the women forum, the elders forum,the social committee and the welfare committee for the effort they are putting into the organization of the party. May the good lord reward you for your time and resources. To our …
NBA FELICITATES MUSLIMS ON THE OCCASION OF EID-EL-MAULUD
On behalf of the National Officers of the Nigerian Bar Association, (NBA), the President - Mr. Olumide Akpata, wishes all Muslim Faithfuls and Nigerians at large, a Happy Eid-el-Maulud celebration. As we commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet, Muhammad (PBUH), it is our desire that the entirety of the Muslim Ummah, imbibe the virtues and teachings of the Holy Prophet, so that our Nation can experience remarkable tranquility in these trying times. HAPPY EID-EL-MAULUD Dr. Rapulu Nduka Publicity Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association
LAWYERS FOR WELFARE ADVOCACY (LAWFWA) CELEBRATES THE NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT; OLUMIDE AKPATA ON THE OCCASION OF HIS BIRTHDAY
The Lawyers for Welfare Advocacy wishes to congratulate the most innovative President of the bar in modern history; Olumide Akpata on the occasion of his birthday. Sir, not only do you seamlessly adapt to addressing the emerging challenges from the persistent ones that we face in our country today, but you are also always striving to make things better with new approaches and such unfaltering determination and focus. We therefore seize this opportunity to thank you for all of your amazing efforts in repositioning our dear bar, for your sagacit…
INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE OCCASION OF NIGERIA’S SIXTIETH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY, THURSDAY 1ST OCTOBER 2020
Fellow Nigerians I. Speak to you today as your President and fellow citizen on this epoch occasion of our country’s 60th independence Anniversary. As President, I wish to renew my appreciation to Nigerians for entrusting me with your hopes and aspirations for a better and greater Nigeria. 2. Today, it is my unique privilege to re-commit myself to the service of this great country of great people with profound diversities and opportunities. We are bound by destiny to be the largest and greatest black nation on earth. 3. At this stage in…
NBA CONGRATULATES OUR COLLEAGUES CALLED TO BAR TODAY
Dear Colleagues, In strict observance of Covid-19 protocols, the Call to Bar ceremony for new entrants into the Nigerian Bar was done today. The Call to Bar ceremony is the climax of any individual's quest to join this noble profession. The Nigerian Bar Association congratulates our colleagues called to the Nigerian Bar today. It is our desire and prayer that they live up to the ideals expected of a legal practitioner. The sky will be their starting point. Dr. Rapulu Nduka Publicity Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association
LAGOS OKAYS N100m GRANT FOR START-UPS•
The Lagos State government at the weekend awarded N100 million grant to start-upshot and science research initiatives from various universities within the state. The grant is part of the six pillars of the development agenda of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration, which includes fuelling technology-driven innovations to transform Lagos into a 21st century digital economy and smart city. Sanwo-Olu said the initiative aligned with his administration’s vision of turning the state into a technology hub and, therefore, urged the recipi…
