HomeNews
News

Controversy Trails Ex-NBA President’s Nomination Of Himself And Wife As Members Of Body Of Benchers

Law & Society Magazine
By Law & Society Magazine


*As Current President Denies Nominating Himself, Sister, Into the NJC

Controversies continue to surround the representation of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in the Body of Benchers and National Judicial Council, due to the nominations of certain persons into the two bodies.

Firstly, it has been alleged that the former NBA President, Mr. Paul Usoro, SAN nominated himself and his wife Mfon Usoro into the Body of Benchers, before his administration came to an end.

Decrying this, Prof. Chidi Odinkalu in a tweet on Sunday stated that the ongoing #EndSARS protest across the country is not the only problem facing the nation, drawing all Lawyers attention to the nomination.

“By the way, for the lawyers here, while we #EndSARS, hear this: the former President of @NigBarAssoc, as his parting gift, nominated himself & his lovely wife to represent the Association in the #BodyOfBenchers.

“The rot goes well beyond @PoliceNG.”

However, a source disclosed to TheNigeriaLawyer that the current NBA President, Olumide Akpata has told Paul Usoro, SAN of the impossibility of the couple representing the Association in the Body of Benchers, as such, that one of them has to drop.

Meanwhile, in a telephone conversation with the ex-NBA President, he disclosed that the statement suggesting that his wife was nominated to the Body of Benchers is lame & ‘idle’ noting that he was very selective in his choice of sending people to the Body, adding that “it wasn’t based on cronyism”.

“So, because she’s Paul’s wife, even though she’s in a position and she can contribute and she has a CV and she’s a Lawyer, not a Lawyer of yesterday and she has the spectrum that she can contribute, so she’s no more qualified”, he said.

He also stated that Mrs. Mfon Usoro credential makes her qualified for the nomination saying “she’s a fit and proper person who can actually be there to provide service”.

Besides, he noted that being the NBA President as at that time, he was qualified to be part of the Body of Benchers adding that he does not have a problem at all, if he wants to be removed.

In another development, it has been alleged that the incumbent NBA President, Olumide Akpata has equally nominated his sister into the National Judicial Council.

This is contained in a statement issued by the Founder, Rules Watch, Dame Carol Ajie which was made available to TheNigeriaLawyer, stating that the NBA President should consider the ‘Federal Character Act’ and ensure that the distribution of the five slots reserved for the NBA at NJC is shared across the six geo-political zones.

However, Mr. Olumide Akpata when asked denied the allegation of nominating himself into the NJC.

“This is absolutely false, NBA has not nominated anybody since my inception. There are some members whose tenure are yet to expire and the NJC has informed NBA to renew. I’ve not renewed, I’ve not sent any list to NJC. I’ve not written any letter to NJC appointing anybody including myself”, he added.

Meanwhile, the source further disclosed to TheNigeriaLawyer that Akpata did not nominate himself but rather nominated his sister.

He said “There is a possibility that should anyone retire from the Council in the foreseeable future, the NBA President may step in as a replacement.

Previous article
We Are Not Moved By Alleged Move By Gov. Ben Ayade To Swear-In A New Acting Chief Judge — Lawyers Insist On Protest
Next article
#ENDARS: Survivor of Awkuzu SARS brutality tells most inhuman story, compares it to Nazi camps
Law & Society Magazine
Law & Society Magazinehttps://lawandsocietymagazine.com

Related Articles

277 COMMENTS

  8. I’m impressed, I have to admit. Seldom do I come
    across a blog that’s both educative and entertaining, and without
    a doubt, you have hit the nail on the head. The problem is something
    which too few men and women are speaking intelligently about.
    Now i’m very happy that I found this during my search for something concerning this.

    Here is my web-site: https://www.pinterest.com/ruthijillayne/

  9. My developer is trying to persuade me to move to .net
    from PHP. I have always disliked the idea because of the
    expenses. But he’s tryiong none the less. I’ve been using WordPress
    on various websites for about a year and am concerned about
    switching to another platform. I have heard great things about blogengine.net.
    Is there a way I can transfer all my wordpress content into it?
    Any help would be greatly appreciated!

    Also visit my website – http://www.drugoffice.gov.hk

  12. Hey! I know this is sort of off-topic however I had to ask.
    Does running a well-established blog like yours take a massive amount work?
    I’m completely new to running a blog but I do write in my journal
    every day. I’d like to start a blog so I can share
    my own experience and feelings online. Please let me know if
    you have any ideas or tips for new aspiring bloggers. Appreciate it!

    my web blog; ejabtak.com

  13. I’ve been browsing online more than three hours today, yet I never found any interesting article like
    yours. It’s pretty worth enough for me. Personally, if all web owners and bloggers made good content as you did, the web will be much more useful than ever before.

    Here is my web page – dhyfp.com

  26. Greetings from Los angeles! I’m bored at
    work so I decided to browse your website
    on my iphone during lunch break. I really like the information you provide here and can’t wait to
    take a look when I get home. I’m amazed at how fast your
    blog loaded on my cell phone .. I’m not even using WIFI, just
    3G .. Anyways, very good site!

    Also visit my website :: oyunundibi.com

  29. Have you ever considered about adding a little bit more than just
    your articles? I mean, what you say is valuable and everything.
    Nevertheless think of if you added some great pictures or video clips to give your posts
    more, “pop”! Your content is excellent but with
    images and video clips, this blog could certainly be one of the
    most beneficial in its niche. Great blog!

    Here is my homepage :: https://sporteyes51.ml/home.php?mod=space&uid=299080

  30. Admiring the time and energy you put into your website
    and in depth information you provide. It’s awesome to come across a blog every once in a while that isn’t the same outdated rehashed material.
    Great read! I’ve saved your site and I’m including your RSS feeds to my Google account.

    my homepage … https://firsturl.de/142Nhs4

  32. Hi! I know this is somewhat off-topic but I needed to ask.
    Does managing a well-established website such as yours take a large amount of work?
    I’m completely new to blogging but I do write
    in my diary daily. I’d like to start a blog so I can share my personal experience and feelings online.
    Please let me know if you have any recommendations or tips for new aspiring bloggers.
    Appreciate it!

    Feel free to surf to my blog post studyinla.cn

  39. First off I would like to say wonderful blog! I had a quick question in which I’d like to ask
    if you don’t mind. I was interested to find out how
    you center yourself and clear your thoughts before writing.
    I have had a hard time clearing my mind in getting my ideas
    out there. I do take pleasure in writing however it just seems like
    the first 10 to 15 minutes are usually lost just trying to
    figure out how to begin. Any ideas or tips? Appreciate
    it!

    Look into my web page menwiki.men

  53. You are so awesome! I do not believe I’ve read through something like this before.
    So good to discover someone with some unique
    thoughts on this topic. Seriously.. thanks for starting this up.
    This website is one thing that is required on the internet, someone with a little originality!

    my blog: beastlored.com

  56. Wonderful beat ! I would like to apprentice at the
    same time as you amend your website, how can i subscribe for
    a blog site? The account aided me a applicable deal.
    I have been tiny bit familiar of this your broadcast offered brilliant transparent idea

    Take a look at my webpage bbs.now.qq.com

  57. Hello are using WordPress for your blog platform? I’m new to the blog world but I’m trying
    to get started and set up my own. Do you require any html coding expertise
    to make your own blog? Any help would be really appreciated!

    Also visit my website – tanhua666.com

  63. I think this is one off the moѕt important information for me.
    Annd i am hapopy studying your article. Вut ѕhould statement on some geneгal issues,
    The web site taѕte iss ideal, the articlеs is in point of fact excellent :
    D. Just right activity, chеeгs

    My hօmepage – daftar sbobet88 asia

  78. Greetings from Colorado! I’m bored to tears at work so I decided to browse your
    website on my iphone during lunch break. I enjoy the information you provide here and can’t wait to
    take a look when I get home. I’m shocked at how quick your blog loaded on my cell phone ..
    I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G .. Anyhow, amazing site!

    my webpage :: nutshellurl.com

  80. After I originally left a comment I seem to have clicked the -Notify me when new comments are
    added- checkbox and now every time a comment is added I receive 4 emails with the same
    comment. Is there an easy method you can remove me from that service?
    Thanks a lot!

    Also visit my web site :: http://www.giant.org.cn

  92. Howdy! This post couldn’t be written any better! Reading this post
    reminds me of my old room mate! He always kept
    chatting about this. I will forward this article to
    him. Pretty sure he will have a good read. Thanks for sharing!

    Here is my page – maltafawuq.net

  99. Howdy would you mind stating which blog platform you’re using?
    I’m planning to start my own blog soon but I’m having
    a difficult time selecting between BlogEngine/Wordpress/B2evolution and Drupal.
    The reason I ask is because your design and style seems different then most blogs and I’m looking for something completely unique.
    P.S Sorry for getting off-topic but I had to ask!

    Feel free to surf to my web blog :: https://kwafoo.coe.neu.edu:7788/git/alloynepal0

  100. I was curious if you ever considered changing the layout
    of your blog? Its very well written; I love what youve got to say.
    But maybe you could a little more in the way of content so people could connect with it better.
    Youve got an awful lot of text for only having 1 or two images.

    Maybe you could space it out better?

    my website … discuss

  109. Just want to say your article is as surprising. The clarity in your post is simply spectacular and i can assume you are an expert on this subject.
    Well with your permission allow me to grab your RSS feed
    to keep updated with forthcoming post. Thanks a million and please carry on the enjoyable work.

    My site: ezproxy.cityu.edu.hk

  116. I’m really enjoying the design and layout of your blog.
    It’s a very easy on the eyes which makes it much more enjoyable
    for me to come here and visit more often. Did
    you hire out a designer to create your theme? Great work!

    Look into my webpage; kchrlife.ru

  117. Unquеѕtionably believe tyat which you said. Your favorite
    ϳustificatіon seemed tto be on the net tһe simplest thing to be aware of.
    I say to you, I definitely get annoyed while people think about worriｅs that they plainly don’t know aboսt.
    You managed to hit the nail upon the top as wеll as Ԁefined out thee whole thing without having side effect , people can take a signal.

    Will liқely be back to get more. Thanks

    Look into my web blog; sbotop daftar

  120. hello there and thank you for your info – I have definitely
    picked up something new from right here. I did however expertise
    a few technical points using this site, since I experienced to reload the website many times previous to I
    could get it to load correctly. I had been wondering if your web hosting is OK?
    Not that I’m complaining, but sluggish loading instances times will often affect your placement in google and could
    damage your high-quality score if ads and marketing with Adwords.
    Anyway I’m adding this RSS to my e-mail and could look out for a lot more of your respective exciting
    content. Ensure that you update this again very soon.

    my website https://0rz.tw/create?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcoub.com%2Fplanetcoil50

  121. Its like you read my thoughts! You seem to grasp so much about
    this, like you wrote the book in it or something.
    I feel that you just could do with some percent to force the message home a little bit, but other than that,
    this is great blog. An excellent read. I’ll definitely be back.

    Feel free to visit my web-site :: discuss

  122. I’m not positive the place you’re getting your info, however good topic.
    I needs to spend some time learning much more or
    understanding more. Thanks for fantastic info I used to be searching for this information for my mission.

    Also visit my blog post; splice.com

  128. You are so awesome! I do not think I have read through anything like
    this before. So wonderful to discover somebody with a few genuine thoughts on this issue.
    Seriously.. thank you for starting this up. This site is one thing that is
    required on the internet, someone with a little originality!

    Also visit my blog – rosalind.info

  130. What i do not understood is in reality how you’re no longer really a lot more smartly-favored than you might
    be right now. You’re so intelligent. You understand therefore significantly in the
    case of this topic, produced me in my opinion consider it
    from so many various angles. Its like men and women aren’t interested until it is something to accomplish with Girl gaga!
    Your individual stuffs outstanding. Always handle it up!

    My web site :: devpost.com

  133. Wonderful goods from you, man. I have understand your
    stuff previous to and you’re simply extremely wonderful.

    I really like what you have got right here, really like what you are saying and the best way through
    which you assert it. You make it enjoyable and you continue to take care of to stay it sensible.
    I cant wait to read far more from you. That is really a great website.

    my webpage wert-tools.ru

  137. Hmm it appears like your blog ate my first comment (it
    was extremely long) so I guess I’ll just sum it
    up what I submitted and say, I’m thoroughly enjoying your blog.

    I too am an aspiring blog blogger but I’m still new to the whole thing.

    Do you have any tips and hints for newbie blog writers? I’d
    really appreciate it.

    Here is my web site :: discuss

  138. Greetings from Ohio! I’m bored to death at work so I decided to
    check out your site on my iphone during lunch break.
    I love the knowledge you provide here and can’t wait to take a look when I
    get home. I’m shocked at how fast your blog loaded on my
    mobile .. I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G ..
    Anyhow, great blog!

    My page: spamdb.science

  144. I loved as much as you will receive carried out right here.
    The sketch is attractive, your authored material stylish.
    nonetheless, you command get got an nervousness over that you wish be
    delivering the following. unwell unquestionably come further formerly again since exactly the
    same nearly very often inside case you shield this hike.

    my homepage – manchesterclopedia.win

  153. I loved as much as you’ll receive carried out right here.
    The sketch is tasteful, your authored subject matter stylish.
    nonetheless, you command get got an nervousness over that you wish be delivering the following.
    unwell unquestionably come more formerly again as exactly the same nearly a lot often inside case you shield this
    hike.

    my web site https://is.gd/89RD12

  155. Just wish to say your article is as astounding. The clearness in your post is simply excellent and i can assume you’re an expert on this subject.
    Well with your permission allow me to grab your RSS
    feed to keep updated with forthcoming post. Thanks a million and
    please continue the rewarding work.

    Visit my site: http://www.ca-mediators.net

  156. I’m curious to find out what blog platform you’re working with?

    I’m having some small security problems with my
    latest website and I would like to find something more risk-free.
    Do you have any suggestions?

    Feel free to surf to my blog :: occtao.com

  168. Hey I know this is off topic but I was wondering if you
    knew of any widgets I could add to my blog that automatically tweet my newest twitter
    updates. I’ve been looking for a plug-in like this for
    quite some time and was hoping maybe you would have some experience with something like this.

    Please let me know if you run into anything. I truly enjoy
    reading your blog and I look forward to your new updates.

    Also visit my web page … https://laodonglinggong.cn/home.php?mod=space&uid=268596

  169. Superb blog! Do you have any recommendations for aspiring writers?
    I’m hoping to start my own blog soon but I’m a little lost on everything.

    Would you suggest starting with a free platform like WordPress or go for
    a paid option? There are so many options out
    there that I’m totally confused .. Any recommendations? Thanks a lot!

    Have a look at my web site … picbootloader.com

  176. Have you ever thought about writing an e-book or guest authoring on other sites?
    I have a blog based on the same ideas you discuss and would love to have you share some stories/information.
    I know my audience would enjoy your work. If you are even remotely interested, feel free to shoot me an email.

    My website … yoyoafrica.com

  180. My spouse and I absolutely love your blog and find almost all of your
    post’s to be exactly what I’m looking for. Would you
    offer guest writers to write content in your case? I wouldn’t
    mind composing a post or elaborating on a few of the
    subjects you write regarding here. Again, awesome site!

    Here is my site; 11vue.com

  188. Greetings from Colorado! I’m bored to death at work so I
    decided to check out your site on my iphone during lunch break.
    I love the information you present here and can’t wait to
    take a look when I get home. I’m amazed at how fast
    your blog loaded on my mobile .. I’m not even using WIFI, just
    3G .. Anyways, amazing site!

    Stop by my web blog – menwiki.men

  189. Just want to say your article is as astonishing. The clearness in your publish is just cool and i can suppose you are knowledgeable in this subject.
    Well with your permission allow me to snatch your feed to stay up to date with approaching post.
    Thanks 1,000,000 and please keep up the gratifying work.

    My page – bioimagingcore.be

  190. Hello! I know this is kinda off topic nevertheless I’d figured I’d ask.

    Would you be interested in exchanging links or maybe guest writing
    a blog article or vice-versa? My blog covers a lot of the same subjects as yours
    and I believe we could greatly benefit from each other.
    If you’re interested feel free to send me an email.
    I look forward to hearing from you! Superb blog by the way!

    My web-site voprosi-otveti.ru

  192. I have been exploring for a little for any high-quality articles or blog posts in this sort of space .
    Exploring in Yahoo I eventually stumbled upon this
    web site. Studying this information So i’m satisfied to convey that I’ve a very good
    uncanny feeling I found out exactly what I needed. I such a lot surely
    will make sure to do not forget this website and give it a
    glance regularly.

    My web site … leftoverbs.com

  193. Hi! I realize this is somewhat off-topic however I
    needed to ask. Does running a well-established website such as yours take a lot of work?
    I’m completely new to writing a blog but I do write in my journal daily.

    I’d like to start a blog so I will be able to share my personal experience and thoughts online.

    Please let me know if you have any recommendations or tips
    for brand new aspiring bloggers. Appreciate it!

    Also visit my homepage :: http://xn--26-jlc6c.xn--p1ai/user/chainpizza23/

  194. Hi there I am so excited I found your webpage, I really found you by mistake,
    while I was researching on Google for something else, Anyways I am
    here now and would just like to say kudos for a
    remarkable post and a all round exciting blog (I
    also love the theme/design), I don’t have time to go through it all
    at the minute but I have book-marked it and also added
    in your RSS feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read much more, Please do keep up the fantastic job.

    Here is my blog post pattern-wiki.win

  200. I have been surfing online greater than 3 hours today, but I never found any interesting article like
    yours. It’s beautiful value sufficient for me. In my opinion, if all website owners and
    bloggers made excellent content material as you did, the web will likely be much more helpful than ever before.

    Here is my web page … ezproxy.cityu.edu.hk

  205. hey there and thank you for your info – I have certainly
    picked up anything new from right here. I did however
    expertise a few technical points using this website, as I experienced
    to reload the site many times previous to I
    could get it to load correctly. I had been wondering if your web hosting is OK?
    Not that I’m complaining, but slow loading instances times will sometimes affect your placement
    in google and could damage your high quality score if advertising and marketing with Adwords.
    Well I am adding this RSS to my email and can look out for a lot more of your respective interesting content.
    Ensure that you update this again very soon.

    My website; http://www.blurb.com

  206. With havin so much written content do you ever run into any problems of plagorism or copyright infringement?

    My blog has a lot of exclusive content I’ve either created myself or outsourced but it seems a lot of
    it is popping it up all over the internet without my agreement.
    Do you know any solutions to help protect against
    content from being stolen? I’d truly appreciate it.

    Feel free to visit my blog :: deposit poker via pulsa

  219. Superb blog! Do you have any suggestions for aspiring writers?
    I’m hoping to start my own site soon but I’m a little lost on everything.
    Would you advise starting with a free platform like WordPress or go for a paid option? There are so many choices out there that I’m totally overwhelmed ..
    Any tips? Bless you!

    Feel free to surf to my blog post: 1069.club

  227. Thɑnks for youｒ personal marvelous posting! I genuinely enjoyed reading it,
    you are a ɡreat author. Ι will always bookmark
    your bloց and wil come back late in life. I want too encourage you to dｅfinitely continue yyour
    great jоb, have a nice weekend!

    My web-site … sbotop daftar

  228. Hi I am so happy I found your website, I really found you by accident, while I was looking on Aol for something else, Anyways
    I am here now and would just like to say thanks for a marvelous post and
    a all round entertaining blog (I also love the theme/design), I don’t have
    time to read through it all at the minute but I have saved it and also included your RSS
    feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read a great deal more, Please do
    keep up the awesome work.

    Feel free to visit my web blog; https://gto5767.com/home.php?mod=space&uid=2646367

  236. It’s a shame you don’t have a donate button! I’d
    without a doubt donate to this brilliant blog! I suppose for now i’ll
    settle for book-marking and adding your RSS feed to my Google
    account. I look forward to brand new updates
    and will share this blog with my Facebook group. Chat soon!

    Look at my web site: classified.citylive.com

  237. Today, while I was at work, my sister stole my iPad
    and tested to see if it can survive a thirty foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation. My apple ipad is now destroyed and
    she has 83 views. I know this is completely off topic but I had
    to share it with someone!

    My page – unsplash.com

  238. Definitely believe that which you stated. Your favorite reason seemed to be on the internet
    the simplest thing to be aware of. I say to you, I definitely
    get irked while people consider worries that they plainly do not
    know about. You managed to hit the nail upon the top
    and also defined out the whole thing without having side effect , people can take a
    signal. Will likely be back to get more. Thanks

    Here is my site – http://lrmoli.com/home.php?mod=space&uid=72418

  240. The other day, while I was at work, my cousin stole my apple
    ipad and tested to see if it can survive a twenty five foot drop,
    just so she can be a youtube sensation. My apple ipad is now destroyed and she has 83 views.

    I know this is totally off topic but I had to share it with
    someone!

    Feel free to visit my homepage :: discuss

  251. Nice post. I was checking continuously this blog and I am impressed!

    Very useful information specially the last part 🙂 I care for such information a lot.
    I was seeking this certain info for a very long time.
    Thank you and best of luck.

    my web-site … 3ramh.com

  254. Hey! I know this is sort of off-topic however I needed to
    ask. Does operating a well-established blog like yours require a lot of
    work? I’m brand new to blogging however I do write in my journal every day.
    I’d like to start a blog so I will be able to share my own experience and
    views online. Please let me know if you have any kind of suggestions or tips for brand new aspiring blog owners.
    Thankyou!

    Feel free to visit my web blog: http://bioimagingcore.be/q2a/index.php?qa=user&qa_1=tomatocondor8

  270. I’m now not sure the place you’re getting your information, but good topic.
    I needs to spend some time learning much more or figuring out
    more. Thank you for great information I was searching
    for this info for my mission.

    Here is my page … qingye.world

  275. Интернет-платформа Joy casino начала деятельность на просторах отечественного интернета в две тысячи четырнадцатом
    году. Гостям интернет-платформы доступен сертифицированный программный продукт от известных компаний.
    В ассортимент цифровых продуктов вошли симуляторы с барабанами и линиями, карточные и настольные игры в режиме live и пари на спорт и киберспортивные дисциплины.

    Here is my blog: Джойказино

Stay Connected.

1,169,000FansLike
34,567FollowersFollow
1,401,000FollowersFollow
0SubscribersSubscribe
- Advertisement -

Latest Articles

Load more

Law & Society Magazine is a general interest magazine with a bias for law and its effects on the society

Contact us: [email protected]

© 2025 Copyright - Law & Society Magazine

MORE STORIES

#EndSARS protests: Makinde unveils N1 billion package for compensation, MSME scheme...

10 ‘Takeaways’ From Buhari’s New Year Address