THE ACCESSIBLE SECRETARIAT SERIES 2.0
“Lawyers Should Be Able to Track Their NBA Seal Applications in Real Time”
One of the most common frustrations lawyers experience is the uncertainty that comes after applying for an NBA Stamp and Seal.
The application is submitted, payment is made, and then comes the waiting period. For many lawyers, the next question is simple: “What is the status of my application?”
An Accessible Secretariat must eliminate that uncertainty.
As General Secretary, I will liaise with the President and other National Officers for the introduction of a Seal Application Tracking System on the NBA Seal Portal, allowing lawyers to monitor the progress of their applications from submission to delivery.
Just as we track bank transactions, courier deliveries, and visa applications, lawyers should be able to track their NBA Seal applications in real time.
The proposed system will enable applicants to:
- Confirm that their application has been received.
- Monitor the stage of processing.
- Receive status updates and notifications.
- Track dispatch and delivery information.
- Know immediately if any action is required on their part.
This is not merely about convenience. It is about transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
An Accessible Secretariat should not leave lawyers guessing. It should keep them informed.
Technology should simplify interactions with the NBA, reduce enquiries, and improve the overall member experience.
Small improvements often make the biggest difference.
A lawyer should be able to log in, click a button, and know exactly where their application stands.
That is the kind of practical innovation that strengthens confidence in the NBA and improves service delivery for all.
AFAM O. OKEKE, Esq.
Candidate for General Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association
- Past Chairman, NBA Abuja (2022 – 2024)
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