The NBA Women Forum
The Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum (NBAWF) is a vital arm of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) dedicated to promoting the interests, rights, and professional advancement of women in the legal profession. Established to address the unique challenges faced by women lawyers, the Forum serves as a platform for advocacy, mentorship, capacity building, and networking within the legal community and beyond.
Join our community by registering for membership. Gain access to exclusive benefits, resources, and networking opportunities tailored for empowering women in the legal profession and beyond.
NBA Women Forum Annual General Conference 2025
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Meet Our Excos
Huwaila Muhammad Ibrahim
Chairperson
Adelayo L-Oriekun FCIArb (UK)
Alternate Chairperson
Ugwochi Agala LLM AICMC
Secretary
Cecilia Ngozi Onyia
Treasurer
Sadiya Sule
Publicity Secretary
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Membership Registration
Join our community by registering for membership. Gain access to exclusive benefits, resources, and networking opportunities tailored for empowering women in the legal profession and beyond.
Fees Payment
Easily manage your membership fees payment through our secure online platform. With our state of the art digital infrastructure, our members can now seamlessly access their past and present payment receipts through their personalised dashboards.
Activities
Stay updated with our wide range of activities designed to spotlight women’s empowerment, especially within the legal profession and beyond. From career development workshops and leadership training to advocacy campaigns and community engagement initiatives, we are committed to equipping women lawyers with the tools they need to excel. Our programs also include mentorship opportunities, thought-provoking seminars, and activism aimed at advancing gender equality and influencing positive change in society. Join us as we champion the cause of women empowerment and create a legacy of impactful leadership in the legal field.
Highlights of NBAWF 2024 Activities
Swearing in of 2024 - 2026 Excos and Council Members
Immediately after the inauguration, the Exco paid courtesy visits to some distinguished members of the Bar; The Immediate past President of the NBA Y. C Maikyau,SAN , Chief Emeka Obegolu SAN and O. N Atoyebi SAN
Various State Leads and Facilitators of Branches held educating and empowering programs at different time. The NBWF Bwari Branch, NBAWF FCT Branch, NBAWF Lagos Branch, NBAWF Ebonyi Branch, NBAWF PLATEAU Branch, NBAWF Rivers Branch, NBAWF Delta Branch, NBAWF Imo Branch, NBAWF Lagos Chapter, NBAWF Akwa Ibom Chapter, NBAWF Awka Chapter, NBAWF Sokoto Chapter, Kano Chapter all came out in colors to ensure the empowerment of their members
The Exco and Members of the Forum also attended the International Legislative Dialogue on Women and Constitution Amendment, organized by the House of Representatives. A One Day Workshop for Women and Youth for Corruption prevention organized by ICPC. The Forum was also represented at certain State events.
Members of the Excos, Facilitators of the FCT Chapter and Members of the Forum paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Justice Amina Augie (Rtd)
The Forum believes in collaboration and working hand in hand with other sister organizations to empower female lawyers for success. Members of the Excos, Facilitators of various branches and members of the Forum meet with the staff of Gender Mobile Initiative to find a way to create awareness and implement the sexual harassment policy of the Nigerian Bar Association.
Appreciation Message
We are grateful to God Almighty for 2024, we are grateful to our President, the President of the NBA Mazi Afam Osigwe, our patrons and elders of the Bar and the Forum, we are grateful to our State Leads, Committee Heads and Facilitators for their hardwork and Finally we are grateful to the Members of the Forum at large.
We pray for a better 2025 and we look forward to working with everyone/organization to ensure the achievement of the Forum's objectives.
Sadiya Sule
Publicity Secretary, NBAWF
Our Committees
Becoming a member of the NBA Women Forum offers one of the most enriching and engaging career experiences, allowing you to actively participate in at least one of our dynamic committees.
Advocacy Committee
Membership Committee
Fund Raising Committee
External Relations Committee
Corporate Counsel Committee
Media and Publicity Committee
Welfare Committee
Mentorship Committee
Public Sector Committee
Young Female Lawyers Committee
Research & Documentation Committee
Bar and Bench Committee
Date of Birth Form