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NBA ABUJA BRANCH CONDEMNS THE ARREST, HARASSMENT AND DETENTION OF LAWYERS IN THE COURSE OF PROFESSIONAL DUTIES The Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch (Unity Bar), strongly condemns the arrest, handcuffing, harassment and detention of *Mr. Simon Eromosele, Esq.*, a member of the NBA Abuja Branch (Unity Bar), on the 14th of August, 2026, while carrying out his legitimate professional duties as Counsel. From the account presented to the Branch, Mr. Eromosele was at the OPay office in Jabi, Abuja, to follow up on a formal request made on behalf of his client concerning debit restrictions placed on the client’s OPay account, and to seek disclosure of the legal basis for the restriction, including the production of any court order purportedly authorising it. Rather than being permitted to complete that professional engagement, Mr. Eromosele was reportedly arrested, handcuffed and taken first to the Utako Police Station and subsequently to the IG Monitoring Unit at Force Headq...

NBA ABUJA BRANCH CONDEMNS THE ILLEGAL ARREST AND DETENTION OF SIMON AROMOSELE, ESQ. IN THE COURSE OF THE DISCHARGE OF HIS LAWFUL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES The Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch (Unity Bar), strongly condemns the illegal arrest and detention of one of its members, Mr. Simon Aromosele, Esq., today by officers of the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit, Force Headquarters, Abuja, in connection with the discharge of his lawful professional duties. Mr. Aromosele was arrested for writing to OPay Bank on behalf of his client, requesting the lifting of a restriction on his client's account or the production of the court order authorising the restriction. The Investigating Police Officer, DSP Gambo Adamu of the IGP Monitoring Unit, Force Headquarters confirmed during an interaction with the Branch's officials that the only act for which Mr. Aromosele was arrested and detained is the writing of the said letter on behalf of his client. The Branch str...

Mr. Shuaib Agbarere Mustapha, SAN, Chairman of the Inauguration and Planning Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Abuja Branch, has congratulated Learned Silk, Yakubu Philemon, SAN, on his successful inauguration as Chairman of the Abuja Branch (Unity Bar). In his congratulatory message, Mustapha, SAN, described the inauguration as a significant and memorable occasion for the Abuja Branch, expressing his appreciation to God and to all members of the Branch whose support and cooperation contributed to the success of the event. He congratulated Philemon, SAN, on the confidence reposed in him by members of the Branch and wished him a successful and impactful tenure as Chairman. Mustapha, SAN, noted that assuming leadership of the Abuja Branch is a great responsibility and urged the new Chairman to remain committed to the ideals of unity, service, inclusiveness and professional excellence. He particularly commended Philemon, SAN, for his vision of “United Witho...

Distinguished legal practitioner and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, SAN , has congratulated Yakubu Philemon, SAN , on his successful inauguration as Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Abuja Branch, popularly known as the Unity Bar . Philemon, SAN, was formally inaugurated alongside the newly elected members of the Branch Executive Committee on Friday, August 7, 2026, following his successful election to lead the Branch for the next two years. In his congratulatory message, Ubani, SAN, described the occasion as a significant milestone and expressed confidence in the ability of the new leadership to provide purposeful, inclusive and progressive leadership for the Branch. He commended Philemon, SAN, for the confidence reposed in him by members of the Branch and urged him to remain committed to the ideals of service, unity, accountability and professional excellence throughout his tenure. Ubani, SAN, particularly noted the ...

Honouring A Distinguished Legal Practitioner, Public Servant, and Ambassador of Justice The Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch (Unity Bar), heartily celebrates Ms. Roseline Tasha on the occasion of her birthday. Ms. Tasha stands tall among the finest of our profession. She is a patriotic FIDAn, a remarkable mentor, an exemplary leader, and a distinguished public servant whose life and work continue to inspire lawyers across the Bar. A Trail of Service and Leadership Ms. Tasha currently serves as the *Lead Zonal Coordinator, FIDA Nigeria, North Central Zone*. In this national leadership role, she coordinates the activities of FIDA across several states, providing guidance, building capacity, and advancing FIDA’s mission of promoting the rights of women, children, and vulnerable persons. Her commitment to service did not start today. She began her journey with *FIDA Nigeria, Abuja Branch* as a committed officer, and over the years has remained a dependable, patriotic, an...

The President of Otu Oka-Iwu Abuja, Sir Chidi Udekwe, KSC , has warmly congratulated Yakubu Philemon, SAN , on his successful inauguration as Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch (Unity Bar), alongside the newly inaugurated Executive Committee for the 2026–2028 tenure. In a congratulatory message, Sir Chidi Udekwe, KSC, described the inauguration as a significant milestone and expressed confidence in the capacity of Yakubu Philemon, SAN , to provide purposeful, inclusive and progressive leadership to the Branch. He particularly commended the Chairman's vision of “United Beyond Barriers,” noting that the call for unity, collaboration and collective responsibility is essential to building a stronger and more vibrant Unity Bar. The President of Otu Oka-Iwu Abuja also acknowledged and commended the newly elected Vice Chairman, Ikemefuna Onyeka; Publicity Secretary, Michael Obinna Ochili, Esq.; and Welfare Secretary, Adonai Yvon...

Chief Emeka Obegolu, SAN, Ph.D., Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Remuneration Committee,  congratulates the Chairman and entire newly inaugurated Executive Committee of the NBA Abuja Branch (Unity Bar) on their successful inauguration and assumption of office for the 2026–2028 tenure. In his congratulatory message, Chief Obegolu, SAN, extended his best wishes to Yakubu Philemon, SAN, Chairman; Ikemefuna Onyeka, Vice Chairman; Vincent Adodo, Secretary; Mohammed Adama, Treasurer; Michael Obinna Ochili, Publicity Secretary; Adonai Yvonne, Welfare Secretary; Victor Onuche Chapi, Assistant Secretary; and Raymond Akwe Ashikeni, Social Secretary. He expressed confidence that the new leadership would provide purposeful, inclusive and progressive leadership, while advancing the interests and welfare of members of the Branch.                 Chief emeka J.P Obegolu Chief Obegolu, SAN, a former National Secreta...