The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) recently held its Law Week, where discussions centered on the dangers of poor regulation to the future of legal practice.

Chairman of the NBA in the state, Chief Venatus Odo, emphasized the need for introspection among lawyers, urging them to assess their role in society and the reflections of their actions.

Odo stressed that the conference’s theme was chosen to spark conversations about the impact of poor governance on the legal profession and its ability to guarantee the security and welfare of citizens.

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This concern is echoed by Prof. Joy Ezeilo (SAN), Chairperson of the Law Week, who noted that access to justice is vital for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promoting inclusive growth.
Ezeilo highlighted the alarming reality that many Nigerians lack protection due to poverty or marginalization.

This statement resonates with reports indicating that roughly 40.1% of Nigeria’s population lives below the national poverty line, while 46.4% experience multidimensional poverty.

The conference’s focus on the intersection of poverty, marginalization, and access to justice underscores the urgency for reform. It also emphasizes the need for lawyers to approach their clients with fidelity, rather than employing outrageous tactics that undermine the justice system.