The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Ikeja branch held its monthly meeting on Monday, 6th March 2023. The meeting was well attended by members of the branch, both physically and virtually via zoom. During the Any Other Business (AOB) session, a member of the branch made a contribution concerning the use of stickers with inscriptions on lawyers’ vehicles.
The member stated that lawyers should be careful with the kind of stickers they use on their vehicles, as some stickers with inscriptions such as ‘sue that bastard’ could be seen as unprofessional and could tarnish the image of the legal profession. The member urged lawyers to use stickers that portray the profession in a positive light.
Another member of the branch passed a vote of confidence on the executive led by Seyi Olawunmi. The member commended the executive for their efforts in improving the welfare of members.
However, another member expressed concern about the new e-filing system of the Magistrate court, stating that it seems to be more expensive than the previous physical filing system. The member urged the executive to look into the matter and find ways to make the e-filing system more affordable for members.
Charles Ajiboye, the National Assistant Publicity Secretary, who attended the meeting via zoom, also made some comments. He commended the executive for a smooth virtual participation in the meeting.
He also requested that the training on the e-filing process be recorded with Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) so that members can watch it at their convenience. He further encouraged the branch to participate in programs other than the Annual General Conference (AGC), such as the SLP program, the just-concluded ICLE for new wigs, and the upcoming SBL conference, among others.
Lastly, he charged the Chairman with the more effective coordination of election observers on Saturday, as he is the Capital Bar Chairman responsible for the whole of Lagos State.
The NBA Ikeja monthly meeting was a successful and productive one, with members making useful contributions and suggestions to improve the legal profession and the welfare of its members.
Also at the meeting, an official of the Lagos Multi-Door CourtHouse addressed members about the 1st Conference of the All Multi-Door CourtHouse /ADR Centres titled ENHANCING ADR PRACTICES & SYNERGY.
At the meeting, Mr. Chukwuka Ikwuazom SAN of NBA Lagos branch, visited the branch and also the European Union Election Observers, whom the NBA Ikeja Chairman, Seyi Olawunmi, welcomed to the branch’meeting.
Also in attendance was Mrs. Mandy Asagba, NBA national 3rd Vice President.
Note that the NBA Ikeja branch presently has three members serving at the NBA national level, namely: Adesina Adegbite as the General Secretary, Mandy Asagba as the 3rd Vice President, and Charles Ajiboye as the Assistant Publicity Secretary.
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