Judicial Reform: NBA’s unheeded proposal to restructure NJC
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri About two and a half years ago, precisely in April 2024, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) proposed a bold reform to remove the Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, as the statutory chairman of the National Judicial Council, NJC. The NBA, as the umbrella body of legal practitioners in the country, faulted the […]
Counsel Corner: Uncle as mother’s next-of-kin
I have read some useful pieces of advice you have given to some people in your column ‘Counsel Corner’. I would be grateful if you can give your legal opinion on the following matter.
Constitution Review: Matters arising
Recently, the National Assembly embarked on further amendment of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999.
Leaders seek power for self enrichment – Aregbesola
Osun State Governor,Mr. Rauf Aregbesola has declared that majority of Nigeria leaders mainly strive for power to enrich themselves and members of their family.
International Human Rights Day: Lagos govt vows to protect citizens’ fundamental rights
The Lagos state government has promised to protect rights of citizens of the state jealously.
Our detention: Case of double standards, by Charles Okah
My name is Charles Tonbra Okah, aka Billy Bones. On October 16, 2010 operatives of the State Security Services, on a warrant invaded my residence in Apapa GRA claiming that I was the suspected spokesman for MEND using the pseudonym “Jomo Gbomo.” My eldest son, visiting from the United States where he attends the University of Kansas (KU) was also arrested.
