THE SUSPENSION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMEN IN EDO STATE BY THE STATE ASSEMBLY AS WELL AS THE HARASSMENT OF A SENIOR LAWYER, WOLE IYAMU, SAN: OUR POSITION.
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, expresses its profound sorrow and indignation over the incidences of Tuesday, the 17th day of December 2024, that appeared to stand the rule of law on its head. The NBA Benin Branch was aghast when it received the news that the Edo State Assembly purportedly suspended the democratically elected Local Government Chairmen in the guise of misconduct. The NBA Benin Branch states categorically that the recent Supreme Court decision in AG of the Federation v. AG of Abia State & Ors (2024) LPELR-6…
NBA BENIN BRANCH CONDEMNS THE POLICE HARASSMENT LEADING TO THE DEATH OF COMRADE ANTHONY KADUNA EBOIGBODIN.
PRESS RELEASE BY THE NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION, BENIN BRANCH. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, expresses its profound sorrow and indignation over the unfortunate death of Comrade Anthony Kaduna Eboigbodin, a distinguished former President of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Edo State, and a former Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Edo State. Reports indicate that Comrade Eboigbodin allegedly suffered severe health complications following harassment by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force…
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NBA BENIN BRANCH REJOICES AS TWO OF ITS OWN GET DESERVING APPOINTMENTS INTO THE STATE GOVERNMENT.
The best way to ensure good government is to have good people in office. – George Washington The Executive Committee of the NBA Benin Branch, on behalf of its members, rejoice with Dr. Samson Osagie, Esq. and Musa Ikhilor, Esq. on the appointment of the duo as Attorney General and Secretary to the State Government, respectively. The Chairman of the Bar, in his remarks, commended His Excellency Sen. Monday Okpebholo for his wisdom and foresight in these appointments. He said, "A government is only good or bad for the quality of its cabin…
GOODWILL MESSAGE FROM THE NBA BENIN BRANCH TO SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO ON HIS ASSUMPTION OF OFFICE AS GOVERNOR OF EDO STATE.
The Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch, under the Chairmanship of Idemudia Iredia Osifo, Esq., extends its warmest congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo on his swearing-in as the substantive Governor of Edo State. Your Excellency, as you take on this esteemed mantle, we call on you to remain steadfast in upholding the rule of law, for it is the bedrock upon which any thriving society must stand. A society devoid of justice is akin to a house built on sand—bound to crumble at the slightest breeze of injustice. The Benin Bar pledges it…
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A SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE: CELEBRATING OUR TRAILBLAZING APPOINTEES!
The Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch, beams with pride as four of our esteemed members take on distinguished roles in the national arena, thanks to the foresight of our President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN. Olayiwola Afolabi, SAN, brings his fortitude and doggedness to the protection of the Legal Businesses Committee, ensuring the profitability of the legal industry. Prof. Nathaniel Inegbedion brings his experience to bear as he shapes the template for the next generation through the Legal Education Committee; his wisdom is set to bolster th…
NO SURPRISE HERE; CONGRATULATIONS MADAM BRIDGET IMUETINYANOSA IGUODALA.
The Executive Committee of the NBA Benin Branch has received with much elation the news of the appointment of one of its vocal members, Madam B. I. Iguodala, as the Edo State lead for the NBA Women Forum. The Chairman, Mr. Idemudia Iredia Osifo, in appreciating the National President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, for the consideration of the Branch for the appointment stated, "He just knows how to put round pegs in round holes. We appreciate Mr. President for his choice of appointment." He also affirmed his confidence in the appointee thus…
NBA BENIN BRANCH REJOICES WITH ONE OF ITS OWN - PROF. EDOBA BRIGHT OMOREGIE, SAN.
The Executive Committee of the NBA Benin Branch was thrown into jubilation on the 25th day of October 2024 as it received news of the appointment of one of its beloved members as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin by the Governing Council of the University. Called to the Nigerian Bar in 1992, Professor Edoba Omoregie has carved a niche for himself in the field of academia at large, having taught and published renowned works in the law of contract and constitutional law. He has also contributed to the National Institute for Legislat…
FOUR THINGS TO REMEMBER FROM THE HISTORIC SPEECH OF THE NBA BENIN BRANCH CHAIRMAN AT THE SPECIAL COURT SESSION MARKING THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE NEW LEGAL YEAR.
1. The judiciary does not all have bad eggs as there are just a few trying to paint the judiciary with a bad image. 2. The NBA Benin Branch shall continue to stand up and speak up for the judiciary. 3. The NBA Benin Branch will not rest until the judiciary is truly independent. 4. The NBA Benin Branch does not support and will not be part of any process for the appointment of judges until the executive swears in the three-judge designates already recommended by the NJC. Joshua O. Braimoh, Esq. Publicity Secretary, NBA Benin Branch.
NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION (NBA) BENIN BRANCH INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE – OCTOBER 1ST, 2024.
Distinguished colleagues and fellow Nigerians, Today, we mark the 64th anniversary of our nation’s independence. The Nigerian Bar Association Benin Branch extends warm greetings to all Nigerians. This day serves as a powerful reminder of our shared heritage, our collective resolve, and the sacrifices of those who laid the foundation for a united and prosperous Nigeria. Independence Day is more than a commemoration of our freedom from colonial rule; it is a celebration of our resilience, our diversity, and our commitment to democracy and the ru…
SATURDAY EDO GUBERNATORIAL ELECTIONS; WE ARE READY TO PROVIDE EFFECTIVE MONITORING SAYS THE NBA BENIN BRANCH.
The Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch, has concluded robust logistics for the effective monitoring of the September 21st Edo gubernatorial elections. In what can only be described as a warm synergy between the local and the national, the Chairman of the NBA Benin Branch, Mr. Idemudia Iredia Osifo, Esq., received the national delegates ably-led by the National General Secretary, Dr. Mobolaji Ojibara, Esq., on Thursday the 19th of September, 2024 in concluding plans as regards the observatory role of the NBA. The Chairman, Mr. Idemudia Ired…
OSARODION MICHAEL IGIEDE, ESQ. WISHES THE MUSLIM FAITHFUL A BLISSFUL EID EL-MAULUD CELEBRATION.
Osarodion Michael Igiede, Esq. (AICMC), a former Assistant Secretary, immediate past Welfare Secretary and a respected member of the legal community, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid El-Maulud. In a statement released today, Igiede joined his colleagues in wishing Muslims a peaceful and joyous celebration. He prayed that the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) would inspire individuals to be beacons of love, peace, humility, and service to humanity. Igiede also used the opportunity to com…
APPOINTMENT AND COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEES/FORUM OF THE NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION (NBA) BENIN BRANCH.
The People's Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Benin Branch, Idemudia Iredia Osifo, today, the 15th day of September 2024, constituted some Committees of the Bar after co-opting Messrs Sam Atoe, O. T. Okeke, Darlington Enereba and Stanley Ogbeiwi to serve on the Exco. Members of the committees are as follows: YOUNG LAWYERS FORUM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 1. Osamuede Ogbomo - Chairman; 2. Sophia Ojulewa - Vice-Chairman; 3. Famous Onoride Edafeyivwotu - Secretary; 4. Anne Aiwekhoe - Asst. Secretary; 5. Theophilus Umoru - Publicity Sec…
NBA-BENIN SHINES NATIONALLY; CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR APPOINTEES TO COMMITTEES AT THE NATIONAL.
Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch, 13th September, 2024. Dear Esteemed Seniors and Colleagues, NBA-BENIN SHINES NATIONALLY; CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR APPOINTEES TO COMMITTEES AT THE NATIONAL. I trust this message finds you well and winning in your various legal battles! It is with immense pride and no small amount of excitement that the people's Chairman, Idemudia Iredia Osifo, Esq., writes to officially congratulate one of our very own, Razak Isenalumhe, Esq., on his recent appointment as Chairman of the National Litigation Committee, W…
END BAD GOVERNANCE PROTEST; OUR COMMITMENT AS A BAR.
The Executive Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association, Benin branch, stands unequivocally with the rule of law as espoused by the Constitution which guarantees citizens a right to peaceful assembly; and as directed by the national body of the Nigerian Bar Association, a support desk for those who were arrested during the recent #Endbadgovernance protest has been established by the branch. Consequent on the above, any citizen of Nigeria resident within Benin City currently in need of legal intervention with regards to the End Bad Governance p…
THE LION HAS BEEN WOUNDED; THE BENIN BAR MOURNS!
Distinguished Colleagues, It is with the deepest sadness that the Executive Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch, ably led by Chief Nosa Francis Edo-Osagie wishes to announce the passing into glory of a respected elder and past chairman of the Benin Bar; N. P. Osifo Esq., which sad event occurred today, 3rd day of March 2023. Chief Nosa Edo-Osagie while describing our departed colleague as a brilliant and accomplished legal practitioner, also admitted his emotional difficulty in accepting the reality of the news of the passi…
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A BAR OF DOG EATS DOG - THE NEW TREND OF SOME LAWYERS IN BENIN.
I have been a victim of having trust in people. Recently, I had a matter at the Area Commander Benin Metro. I was assaulted by a girl in front of the Area Commander and others. I invited the current Chairman and two former Chairmen of the Bar to come and see the sacrilege of a girl assaulting a lawyer in front of senior police officers. They all showed up. When the current Chairman of the NBA left, due to exigencies of duties, that was where my travails began. One of the former Chairmen suddenly became a go-between for the girl that assaulted …
MY CONDOLENCE TO THE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE NBA BENIN BRANCH AND THE OGUN FAMILY OVER THE SUDDEN DEATH OF MR. FIDELIS OGUN. | EWENODE O. WILLIAM ESQ.
I wish to express my profound condolence to the Chairman of the Lion Bar, Mr. Pius Oiwoh, and his executive over the sudden death of their astute member, late Mr. Fidelis Ogun who died in a ghastly motor accident recently. I feel sad that a bubbling colleague like the late Mr. Fidelis Ogun was snatched away by death. My heartfelt condolence also goes to the Ogun family and all the friends and associates of our departed colleague. It is my prayer that God will grant every one of us the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. It is only God tha…
NBA BENIN BRANCH'S PLAN TO PICKET LAWYERS OVER "APPEARANCE FEES" IS SHADOW-CHASING, DEAD AT BIRTH. | UDEMS
With due respect, this is the worst shadow-chasing action of 2022. With due respect, it appears Benin Branch has developed the habit of playing to the gallery, just to impress people. Benjamin Franklin said, "Never confuse motion with action." I doubt the managers of Benin Branch adverted their minds to Benjamin Franklin's. This action by NBA Benin amounts to nothing. Questions for Benin Branch: How do you monitor and enforce compliance? In your release, you said "a task force" might visit any lawyer to inspect such rec…
OGAGA EMOGHWANRE AICMC WELCOMES MR. PRESIDENT AND DISTINGUISHED NEC MEMBERS TO THE BEAUTIFUL CITY OF ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE.
"It gives me great pleasure to welcome National Officers, Elders of the Bar and distinguished NEC members to ABEOKUTA, OGUN State", Mr. Ogaga said. This welcome note is coming in the wake of NEC meeting of the Nigerian Bar Association holding in Abeokuta City. Mr. Ogaga Emoghwanre is the incumbent Publicity Secretary of the Benin Branch of NBA. He also expressed that it is heartwarming to once again have a convocation of great legal minds together under one roof with a view to advancing NBA programs and policies. Mr. Ogaga wishes t…
COMMENDATION: THE LION BAR STANDS BY THE TRUTH AND UNRIVALLED FINDING OF FACTS DETERMINED BY THE LAGOS STATE ENDSARS PANEL.
The Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch (The Lion Bar) welcomes the report of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry on restitution for victims of SARS related abuses and other matters. We salute the Hon. Justice Doris Okuwobi rtd led panel for the courage, activism and doggedness which they have displayed in coming up with such an all-encompassing report. They have written their names in gold. We also extend special commendation to our colleagues who appeared for many of the victims. Many of them did this on pro-bono terms. They have di…
