NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION

Office of the General Secretary

FIRESIDE CHAT SERIES

Engaging with the Supreme Court of Nigeria: What Every Lawyer Should Know

Mary Akanbi

28th April, 2025

Dear Colleagues,

It is well known that we are all Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. However, many lawyers continue to encounter challenges when engaging with the Supreme Court on key administrative matters such as:

1. Name Change

2. Legal Mail Registration and Usage

3. Notary Public Application Process

The next episode of the NBA Fireside Chat Series will provide a unique opportunity for members of the Bar to engage directly with key officials of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. These distinguished panelists will offer clarifications and practical guidance on the above issues and more, ensuring that you stay informed and empowered in your legal practice.

Special Guests:

• Yusuf Abubakar Babasoro

Deputy Chief Registrar II, Supreme Court of Nigeria

• Hadiza Bamaiyi

Assistant Chief Registrar & Head of Notary, Supreme Court of Nigeria

• Henrietta Aduwak Akyang

Principal Registrar I, Head of Enrolment and Credence, Supreme Court of Nigeria

• Olufemi Olugbenga Owodolu

Senior Registrar I, Supreme Court of Nigeria

• Anthony Rika Garba

Principal Programme Officer II, Supreme Court of Nigeria

Moderator:

Ehi Barnabas Henry, MICA

Assistant General Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association

Date: Friday, May 2, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM 

Venue: Zoom – https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82782821336?pwd=eOzTk4JqxOSa9FW7vaXhMaeBGCmNeM.1

Side Attraction:

Live Q&A Session – Ask your pressing questions and receive real-time answers from Supreme Court officials.

Don’t Miss Out!

Stay Connected. Stay Informed. Stay Ahead.

Yours faithfully,

Ehi Barnabas Henry, MICA

Assistant General Secretary

Nigerian Bar Association