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  YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW: MY MANIFESTO!  AKPOMIEMIE MONDAY AKPOMIEMIE Learned Seniors and Distinguished colleagues, “Leaders don’t create followers, leaders create more leaders”- Tom Peters My name is Akpomiemie Monday Akpomiemie an aspirant into the position of the Publicity Secretary of the NBA Bwari Branch. My aspiration is borne out from noticeable gap wherein the office of the busy Chairman has been burdened with addition of the portfolio of a publicist. This is far from the standard practice. A Publicity Secretary is constitutionally saddled to disseminate information and news about the day to day running of the Branch, inclusive of using the office to create and maintain a good image of the Branch and its leadership at all times! My pathway to achieving the above is to work closely with the Chairman of the Branch and all the leaders in their own rights in order for me to understand their thoughts and to put them in an acceptable way to the recipient of such content. My role...

  Distinguished Senior Advocates of Nigeria, learned seniors and colleagues, my name is Chinyere Ekene Moneme I am legal practitioner and the Principal Partner of Crystal Legal Services, I am also the Founder and Executive Director of ACE Justice Assist Foundation a non-governmental organization which supports justice administration in Nigeria.  I am currently a member of the International Association of Prosecutors (IAP) and I currently serve as a Judge at the ICC moot court trial competition 2023. I’m proud to be a member of the Cradle bar and at the branch level, I have been privileged to serve as the Chairman of the Sexual and Gender based Violence (SGBV) committee, Secretary of the Law Week Committee, Secretary of the Monitoring and Evaluation Committee, Secretary of the Law Reform Committee, Secretary of the PDSS to mention a few.  I currently serve as company secretary to three (3) financial institutions across the country.  As a result of my service to the ba...

  CHIDI JUDE DIMGBA Vice Chairmanship Candidate for NBA Bwari Branch (Cradle Bar) INTRODUCTION The Office of the Vice Chairman of NBA Bwari Branch (Cradle Bar) is a sensitive and important one in the scheme of things towards the development of the Branch and the attainment of the objectives of the Nigerian Bar Association at the national level. The Office needs someone who is compassionate and keenly passionate in promoting the cause of justice and the rule of law, as they particularly concern the welfare of members of the Branch and of the profession as a whole. A person with proven records of human rights’ activities, particularly on human right cases prosecuted pro bono publico (in the interest of the public) is best suitable for the position of the Vice Chairman of this noble Branch of the NBA. Cradle Bar has tremendously gained a noble place of prominence in the comity of Branches of the NBA across the country. As such, the Vice Chairman of our highly-esteemed Branch must esse...

  “I want to specially congratulate and felicitate with the NBA Branch of the NBA known as Cradle Bar on the occasion of their law week which started on the 19th of May, 2023 and ended on the 25th of May, 2023. The theme of the law week which was “  A Vibrant Bar, A panacea to National Development”  is very simple and speaks for itself. This is because the essence of a vibrant bar is to ensure development at all time and in all circumstance. The theme speaks for itself in the sense that, it encapsulates the whole essence and role of the legal profession and the focus and vision of the Nigerian Bar Association which is “ Promoting the Rule of Law”. As such I commend the leadership of the branch and the entire members for putting up this law week together for the benefit of members and in fact the society in general. The theme is a clear reminder of our mandate as a profession and the urgent need to start ensuring that we all put our hands on desk to promote...

  The supreme court has dismissed the suit seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC). A five-member panel of the supreme court on Friday held that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lacked the locus standi to institute the suit. The PDP had claimed that Shettima’s nomination as Tinubu’s running mate was in breach of the provisions of sections 29(1), 33, 35, and 84(1)(2) of the Electoral Act, 2022. The opposition party argued that Shettima’s nomination to contest the position of vice-president and Borno central senatorial seat — at the same time — contravened the law.

So I went to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Headquarters in Abuja today to see a client and something happened that I desire to share with you all. If you are very familiar with visiting any of the Nigerian Security Agencies, you will know that it’s their internal basic law that phones are not allowed inside the premises, though EFCC extended their policy to include bags, smart watches, laptops, etc. The moment you get to the security post having any of those items in your possession, you will be required to drop them off with the security before the visitor's tag will be issued to you.  MY EXPERIENCE  Now the event that unfolded that amused me today went thus:  Upon my arrival with my colleague, we realized that we had left an important document in the office, my colleague and I agreed that he should drive back to the office and get the file while I proceed to see our client inside as the time for the interview was already close. My colleague was to ...

 A REVIEW OF THE MONEY LAUNDERING (PREVENTION AND PROHIBITION) ACT, 2022: THE IMPLICATION FOR LEGAL PRACTICE IN NIGERIA, BEING A PAPER PRESENTED BY J.S. OKUTEPA SAN ON THE 23RD MAY 2023 AT NBA BWARI LAW WEEK INTRODUCTION: I thank the leadership of NBA Bwari Branch for the privilege to present this paper. I am to review the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022 and then look at the implications for legal practice in Nigeria. Money laundering is a global problem that affects countries around the world, including Nigeria. The practice of money laundering involves the conversion of illegally obtained funds into legitimate funds. This process is carried out to conceal the true source of the funds and to evade law enforcement. In Nigeria, the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act of 2011 was enacted to address this problem. However, in 2022, the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act was passed into law, which updated and strengthened the already existing legal f...

 GOODWILL MESSAGE FROM AKPOMIEMIE M. AKPOMIEMIE TO NBA BWARI BRANCH (CRADLE BAR) ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 2023 LAW WEEK  Law is an instrument of socio-engineering and lawyers are nation builders. It is on this premise that I join the array of our friends, well-wishers, partners and the legal community in Nigeria in wishing members of the Cradle Bar, a happy Law Week.  It is through activities like law conferences, seminars and academic courses, that we enhance our continuing legal education as required by the Rules of Professional Conduct. Therefore, I thank the Monday Adheh, Esq. led Executive Council and 2023 Law Week Planning Committee of the NBA Bwari Branch for putting together a retinue of star-studded speakers at this year’s Law Week.  I wish all participants an enriching experience.  Akpomiemie M. Akpomiemie, Esq.  Lead Counsel, Judex Advocates,  Suite A62, Efab Mall, Ahmadu Bello Way, Area 11, Abuja. 

 Akpomiemie Monday The Young Lawyers of NBA Bwari were defeated by their senior counterpart in a match organised as part of the sports event of NBA Bwari 2023 Law Week.  In the pulsating encounter, the more illustrious and industrious senior members of the bar kept the attacks of the junior at bay with Yau Bawa standing like the war Gibraltar in the Defence.  Paul Daudu made several several saves to deny the young lawyers scoring chances. Substitute Clement Chukwuemeka Democrat, the 2nd Vice President of NBA National put up a man of the match performance as he scored a brace against the young lawyers.  The chairman of the branch, Monday Adjeh, who played as a winger missed many scoring chances as he failed to increase the tally.  Chidi Dimgba during his commentary stated that the match is nothing short of massacre.  Lesson learnt and we go again next year

 Chidi Dimgba DAY 2 of the NBA Bwari Branch Law Week 2022 will be full of lots of exciting sport activities and fun games. All is now set for the Young Lawyers Forum to challenge for the laurel against the Senior Members of the Branch. ⚽ N25,000 cash prize is up for grabs in the game of table tennis.🏓 There will much fun badminton, Scrabble, dart, ludo, chess, volleyball 🏐, Ayo, etc -and it promises to be an exciting time today during the Sports Day of the Law Week 2023.

Mentor Oriere, Esq.  Alternate Secretary, 2023 NBA Law Week Committee Rule 11(1) of the Rules of Professional Conduct provides that:  A Lawyer who wishes to carry on practice as a Legal Practitioner shall:  - Participate in and satisfy the requirements of the mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Programme operated by the Nigerian Bar Association; Rule 11(2) The activities in which a Lawyer is required to participate for the purpose of of the Continuing Professional Development Programme of the NBA shall include:- (a) Attendance and participation in accredited courses; (b) Lectures, Seminars, Workshops and Conferences on Law approved by the Nigerian Bar Association... This year's Law Week is loaded with a line up of star-studded Resource Persons to share their knowledge and industry experience on the various Topics put up for discuss. You will certainly find it academically enriching and intellectually stimulating. 

The Chairman of NBA Bwari Branch, Monday Adjeh led a delegation of the Branch on a courtesy visit to the Honourable Chief Judge of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, His Lordship, Honourable Justice Hussein Baba-Yusuf. His Lordship, as a father to the Cradle Bar, expressed his commitment to be at the opening ceremony of the Law Week, being Monday,  22nd May, 2023. The theme of this year's Law Week is *A VIBRANT BAR: A PANACEA TOWARDS GOOD GOVERNANCE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.* The event will kick off on Friday, 19th May, 2023 with Jumat Service and will come to a close on Thursday, 2023 with a dinner and an award night.  *Chidi Jude Dimgba* (Chairman, Publicity Committee) *Akpomiemie Akpomiemie* (Secretary, Publicity Committee)

The Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association, Bwari Branch, has released the list if qualified candidates for the forthcoming election of the branch. Akpomiemie who is currently serving as the secretary of the Publicity Committee is a Partner in Judex Advocate and heads the litigation department.  In line with its electoral guidelines, the Electoral Committee of NBA Bwari Branch has published the list of qualified candidates for the forthcoming general elections of the Branch scheduled to hold on 17th June, 2023. See the list below: *The list of qualified candidates for the forthcoming election is out!*         *OFFICE* *Chairman* *Aspirant* 1. DAUDU PAUL BABATUNDE 2008      *Vice Chairman* *Aspirant* 2. MAXWELL OPARA CHIBUIKE 2008                 3. DIMGBA CHIDI JUDE 2011 *General Secretary* *Aspirant* 4. CHINYERE MONEME EKENE 2005           ...

His social life was blunted. Perhaps by his reticent disposition.His persona, two dimensional.  To a distant public, he was upscale and cool . His manly bearing spoke loud. His onscreen image ironically amplified some idiosyncrasies ;  heroics, romantic adventures and traits that did not gel with the mortal  privacy that eerily define his quiet and lonely life.   Saint Obi, real name, Obinna Nwafor, was shy, almost bordering on timidity and insecurity. He cherished the pleasantly tranquil interractions among a few friends. He would vanish at any outburst that could upset the poise of such small meetings. As he repeatedly told me, he just wanted to live a cool, quiet and fulfilled life. But, has he lived  this cool and fulfilled life he envisioned ? I have my doubts. I tell Saint's story here with painful tears in my eyes ; because he was a star, a super star whose life turned out a gleam of irony .  Yet, it was this stardom that fetched him his much pr...

It has been from one laurel to another during the administration of Monday Adjeh, Chairman of NBA Bwari Branch (Cradle Bar). Although his administration comes to a close in June, 2023, Monday Adjeh has not relented in sustaining the stellar achievements of his visionary leadership over the last two years. Members of the legal community across the country are aware of the latest and beautiful report on NBA Bwari with so much delight. The Monday Adjeh led Executives has performed well and the chairman has delivered on all his campaign promises.  Under his leadership, Monday Adjeh instituted the free monthly medical for members, every saturday sports activities. The branch now has a bus to their name.  * Chidi Jude Dimgba Dimgb (Chairman, Publicity Committee) * Akpomiemie Akpomiemie * (Secretary, Publicity Committee) https://thenigerialawyer.com/nba-otta-ikeja-bwari-emerge-as-best-performing-branches-for-thenigerialawyers-2021-2022-assessment/

 The young eagles of Bwari Branch of NBA has released 18 man list of footballers who will lock horns with their Senior counterparts, Big Elephants. It will be recalled that the last these two teams met, it ended in a draw. The YLF teams has never beaten their more established counterpart in a football game.  Below is the list  TEAM LIST OF YLF 1. Johnson Pius Ayah 2. Dressman  3. Nwankwo Cyril Amannaechi 4. Mohammed Abdulazeez 5. Wayne Chikezie Elijah          6. Princess Ekwebelem😎 7. Barnabas 8. Yewande Mary Akanbi😜 9. Elijah Israel Elijah 10. Ability Tom Udoh 11. Opara Anslem 12. Kelechi Nwabuezeh 13. Rex Onyekachi Uzoegbu 14. Evelyn Chigozue 15. Atolagbe Simeon Oluwapelumi 16. Yakubu Ojodomo The much anticipated match will take place at the Public Service Institute on Saturday, 20th May, 2023 

The 2nd Vice President of the Nigerian Bar Association and the immediate past Chairman of  NBA Bwari, Mr. Chukwuemeka Ugo has felicitated the Chairman of NBA Bwari Branch, Mr. Monday Adjeh as he celebrates his birthday.  Happy birthday the performing chairman, May your successor continue on the road map of a progressive Bar. You have done well, May almighty God continue to bless you and protect you as your gray hair continue to multiply like my own just for the interest and success of the only Branch we have. Be rest assured that you have done well, it is very obvious, May your good deeds open more doors for you now and forever as you mark your birthday. Bwari Branch is proud to have you as a chairman, as the leader of the entire branches in the Northern Region, and as a member of your branch, I am delighted and happy with your achievement thus far. Even the prying eyes and wicked hearts of your enemies can testify in their hearts that you have done well within a short time....

 The Chairman of the Electoral Committee, NBA Bwari Branch (Cradle Bar), Ashu Alexander Ayuk, Esq. has rolled out the final electoral guidelines ahead of the Branch elections scheduled to hold on Saturday, 17th June, 2023. Collection of Nomination Forms: 2nd May, 2023 Deadline for Submission of Forms: 5th May, 2023 Screening of Candidates: 6th May, 2023 Notification of Disqualified Aspirants (if any): 8th May, 2023 Release of List of Qualified Candidates: 16th May, 2023 Submission of Campaign Materials/Curriculum Vitae/Manifestoes: 18th May, 2023 Publication of List of Voters: 1st June, 2023 Presentation of Manifestoes and Debate between Candidates: 16th June, 2023 Accreditation of Voters/Election: 17th June, 2023 NOMINATION FEES 1. Chairman -free 2. Vice Chairman -free 3. General Secretary -free 4. Welfare Secretary/Publicity Secretary/Treasurer -free 5. All other positions -free. The Chairman of NBA Bwari Branch (Cradle Bar), Monday Adjeh has kept to his campaign promises and man...