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Lawyers’ Group Petitions Court to Block NBA Leadership Inauguration
ALDRAP has challenged the validity of the 2026 NBA election in court, seeking to halt the upcoming inauguration of the new leadership due to alleged technical and constitutional irregularities.
Incoming NBA President Badejo-Okusanya Prioritizes Electoral Overhaul
Newly elected NBA President Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, has pledged to overhaul the association's electoral process to restore membership confidence and unify the legal body.
Kano Judicial Employee Challenges Mandatory Retirement, Demands N100 Million
Muzambilu Ado, a Kano judiciary staff member, is suing the State Judicial Service Commission for N100 million after his forced retirement over alleged academic credential fraud, a charge he firmly denies.
Legal challenge mounts against incoming NBA leadership inauguration
A group of lawyers has filed a motion at the Abuja Federal High Court to halt the upcoming inauguration of the newly elected NBA leadership, citing procedural irregularities and concerns regarding the electronic voting process.
Abuja Court Sets ₦500m Bail for Former Warri Refinery MD in Money Laundering Suit
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted ₦500 million bail to former Warri Refinery MD Jimoh Yisawu, who is facing trial for alleged money laundering involving over $789,950.
Abuja Court Sets N2 Billion Bail for Miyetti Allah Leader Bello Bodejo
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted N2 billion bail to Miyetti Allah leader Bello Bodejo, who is standing trial for alleged money laundering.
Badejo-Okusanya Vows Inclusive Leadership as New NBA President
NBA president-elect Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya has pledged to lead an inclusive, transparent, and responsive administration focused on the professional growth and welfare of all lawyers.
2026 NBA Election Results: Badejo-Okusanya Named President
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya has been elected the 33rd president of the Nigerian Bar Association, becoming only the second woman to hold the position.
Federal Court Permits Lawsuit Against AGF and Abia Officials Regarding Local Government Funds
A Federal High Court has allowed a civil society group to challenge Abia State officials and the AGF over the alleged lack of transparency in local government fund utilization.
Justice Kekere-Ekun Advocates for ADR to Bolster African Business Stability
Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has called on African judicial leaders to adopt Alternative Dispute Resolution to ensure commercial stability and support the success of the AfCFTA.