PROFESSOR ESOIMEME MAKES THE LIST FOR 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL MEN LEADERS IN GOVERNANCE, RISK, COMPLIANCE (GRC) AND FINANCIAL CRIME PREVENTION IN NIGERIA
In a recent announcement by the GRC & FinCrime Prevention Awards & Summit, Professor Esoimeme has been recognised on the 2024 list of the Top 50 Men Leaders in Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) and Financial Crime Prevention. The recognition was officially unveiled in celebration of International Men's Day. The prestigious list honours 50 outstanding men who are driving excellence in the GRC and financial crime prevention sectors globally. According to the announcement, the featured leaders were selected for showcasing innov…
POSTPARTUM PSYCHOSIS: RECOGNISE THE EMERGENCY, SAVE A LIFE | Dr Weriwoyingipre Silver Yeibake
Dr Weriwoyingipre Silver Yeibake The period after childbirth is often filled with joy, relief and new responsibilities. It can also be physically exhausting, emotionally demanding and overwhelming. Many mothers become tearful, irritable, anxious or unusually sensitive in the first few days after delivery. This is often called the "baby blues" and usually improves with rest, reassurance and family support. However, some mothers develop a much more serious condition called postpartum psychosis . This is a rare but severe mental-heal…
ARRESTED IN HIS STEAD: THE UNLAWFUL DETENTION AND ALLEGED TORTURE OF ESTHER ARANSIOLA | Lydia Ehisuoria Ohonsi, Esq.
Lydia Ehisuoria Ohonsi, Esq. A Legal Analysis under the Child Rights Act, the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria BY LYDIA EHISUORIA OHONSI ESQ. May 2026 I. Introduction On 5 May 2026, the Daily Trust published an account that crystallised, in the voice of a sixteen-year-old girl, virtually every pathology that child rights advocates and criminal justice reformers have spent decades attempting to dislodge from Nigerian law enforcement culture. Esther Aransiola, a minor resid…
THE COURT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A STAGE FOR MEDIA BRIEFINGS.
Courtrooms in a constitutional democracy are open to the public not as arenas for performance, but as sanctuaries for the orderly administration of justice. Their openness promotes transparency and public confidence, yet it also imposes a duty of restraint on all who enter. Access to the courtroom is, therefore, a right exercised within boundaries of decorum, discipline, and respect for judicial authority. The courtroom exists solely for adjudication, and its openness cannot be stretched to permit activities unrelated to that purpose. It is…
CELEBRATING FAITH AND JUSTICE: EID MUBARAK TO OUR READERS.
On this joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, the editorial team at Matters of the Nigerian Bar extends our warmest felicitations to our esteemed Muslim readers, colleagues, and the entire Ummah. As the holy month of Ramadan concludes, we celebrate the spirit of sacrifice, discipline, and devotion that has defined this period. It is a time for reflection and gratitude, and we join you in praying that the blessings of this season bring peace and prosperity to your homes and our noble profession. As legal practitioners and guardians of the rule of…
CELEBRATING A DECADE OF EXCELLENCE: MRS OYINKANSOLA BADEJO-OKUSANYA SAN, FCIArb, CELEBRATES NBA EFFURUN AT 10.
Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, FCIArb (Mrs B), has commended the Nigerian Bar Association, Effurun Branch, for what she described as a decade of remarkable growth, innovation, and institutional advancement in the legal profession. Reflecting on the Branch’s ten-year journey, she highlighted its forward-thinking digitisation initiatives, the strategic acquisition of a befitting Bar Centre, and the implementation of robust welfare packages tailored to improve the professional and personal well-being of its members. According to her, t…
NBA EFFURUN BRANCH SET TO CELEBRATE LANDMARK 10TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THREE-DAY EXTRAVAGANZA | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq.
EFFURUN, DELTA STATE – The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Effurun Branch, is gearing up for a historic milestone as it celebrates its 10th-Year Anniversary Ceremony from Friday, 20 February to Sunday, 22 February 2026. Under the leadership of the Branch Chairman, Dcn. Onoriode Ewenode, the 'Bar of the People' has curated a robust three-day itinerary designed to blend professional development, community outreach and social networking. The event will be held under the distinguished chairmanship of Hon. Justice T.O. Diai, the Chief …
NBA EFFURUN BRANCH: NOTICE OF THE BRANCH’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.
DATE: Monday, 9th February 2026 FROM: The Chairman’s Desk TO: All Members SUBJECT: CELEBRATION OF THE BRANCH’S 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY. Dear Learned Silks, Elders, Leaders, and Distinguished Colleagues, It is my pleasure to congratulate every one of us as Members of this great, dynamic Branch for clocking ten (10) years as a Branch. You will recall that our Branch was created out of the Warri Branch of the NBA sometime in February 2016, at the Jos National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting of the NBA. May I further share with you …
REPRESENTATIVES OF FIDA NIGERIA IKORODU BRANCH VISIT CALEB UNIVERSITY LAW COLLEGE.
The representatives of FIDA Nigeria Ikorodu Branch, ably led by Salem Anyalewechi, Esq., Assistant Secretary and Coordinator for Student Chapter, visited the Law College of Caleb University yesterday, 10/10/2025, to establish relations with the Student Chapter of FIDA. Fruitful deliberations with the Acting Dean (Dr. Olugbenga Asaaju and his team, comprising the Deputy Dean, Dr. Mrs. Adetutu - facilitator, and the Chief Admin Officer) on how to move the Student Chapter forward without interfering with their academics, which is the primary purp…
NBA LAGOS BRANCH: STAMPS, ID CARDS AND OUR STAND FOR JUSTICE.
Dear Learned Silk, Benchers, Seniors and Colleagues, I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. As promised when I first wrote to you, my emails may sometimes come in torrents, but each will be purposeful. Today’s one is a triple package: Our Newsletter on the Protest – I have attached a detailed report of our recent protest march to the Western Naval Command. It captures how our Branch, led by the Chairman, Mrs. Uchenna Ogunedo Akingbade, stood firm in defence of one of our own and, more importantly, the Rule of Law. It’s a read …
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NIGERIAN SENATE PASSED THE BILL FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE FEDERAL OIL AND GAS HOSPITAL, BENIKRUKRU, WARRI SOUTH-WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, DELTA. STATE.
Dear Esteemed Constituents, It is with great joy that I inform you that the Bill for the Establishment of the Federal Oil and Gas Hospital, Benikrukru in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, which I sponsored, has on Tuesday, 22nd July 2025, been passed for third reading by the Nigerian Senate. The hospital, when established, will offer comprehensive and specialised medical services to workers in the oil and gas industry and to residents of host communities who bear the brunt of oil spillages, environmental degradation, and o…
ADVOCACY FOR BAR LICENCE FREEDOM (ABLIF): NBA ANNUAL GENERAL CONFERENCE (AGC), 2025, MUST BE BOYCOTTED BY ALL WELL-MEANING NIGERIAN LAWYERS!
6th July, 2025. We, at ABLIF, are compelled to call on all Nigerian lawyers to boycott the 2025, Annual General Conference, holding in Enugu, Enugu State, in August, 2025, sequel to the adamant stand of the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to review and reverse his obnoxious policy of making acquisition of CPD Point by Nigerian lawyers mandatory and conditioning same upon issuance of approved NBA Seal and Bar Practice Licence! We are lawyers and it is our constitutional duty to practise unhindered under any guise of the NBA Pres…
STAYING IN PRACTICE: YOUR GUIDE TO RENEWING YOUR LICENSE AS A LAWYER IN NIGERIA.
For every legal practitioner in Nigeria, renewing your annual practising license is not just a formality; it's a non-negotiable requirement that underpins your legitimacy to operate. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), through its various committees and initiatives, continuously refines the process to ensure professionalism, ethical conduct, and continuous learning within the legal fraternity. Staying compliant means staying relevant and authorised. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of how to renew your practising license as a lawyer in Nig…
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CELEBRATING FATHERHOOD: A SPECIAL DAY FOR OUR LEGAL DADS!
On this Father's Day, Matters of the Nigerian Bar sends heartfelt greetings to all the fathers who are an integral part of our esteemed legal profession. Whether you're navigating complex cases, mentoring aspiring lawyers, or contributing to the growth of the Nigerian Bar, your role as a father adds another layer of profound impact. We understand the unique challenges and triumphs of juggling a rigorous legal career with the joys and duties of fatherhood. Your resilience, wisdom, and the values you impart to your children are invaluabl…
NBA LAGOS BRANCH: ANNUAL LAW CONFERENCE 2025 - IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL CONFERENCE DELEGATES.
Dear Distinguished Delegate, As we prepare to host the 2025 NBA (Lagos Branch) Annual Law Conference, I would like to provide you with some important information to help ensure a smooth experience during the conference. a) Enclosed are the details of all sessions to facilitate your participation. b) If you have not yet collected your lanyards or wristbands, please do so early on Monday, June 16th, at the Agip Hall, Muson Centre. c) Please note that security guards will require you to alight from your car at the Agip Hall to pick up your lanyar…
HAPPY DEMOCRACY DAY FROM 8 YEARS OF MATTERS OF THE NIGERIAN BAR BLOG!
Dear Esteemed Readers, As we commemorate Democracy Day, a cornerstone of our nation's progress, Matters of the Nigerian Bar Blog joins all Nigerians in celebrating the enduring spirit of freedom and governance. For seven consistent years, Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq., has diligently brought you insightful commentary and analysis on the issues that shape our democratic journey. Her dedication to fostering informed discourse remains unwavering. May this day inspire us all to uphold the values of justice, equality, and peace. Happy Democracy Day…
ONORIODE WILLIAM EWENODE ESQ., CHAIRMAN NBA EFFURUN BRANCH, HAS SECURED THE SUPPORT OF CHIEF EMEKA OZOANI, SAN, TO FUND THE HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME FOR 150 MEMBERS OF THE NBA EFFURUN BRANCH.
Picture showing the past chairmen of the branch, the chairman, Onoriode William Ewenode, Esq., guests and members of the branch as well as the host/ funder, Chief Emeka Ozoani, SAN, presenting the cheque to the branch. The chairman of the NBA Effurun Branch, Onoriode William Ewenode, Esq., has secured the support of a man given to the welfare of lawyers, Chief Emeka Ozoani, SAN, to partner with his branch. It will be recalled that when Mr. Ewenode came on board as the chairman of the branch, he came up with the concept of corporate/individual …
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…
