Established in 2006, the Programs Department is the vehicle for the Nigerian Bar Association social justice work. Nigeria and indeed Africa is confronted with the tripartite problem of fragile economy, wobbling democracy and a lingering culture of impunity. Through out the region these issues continue to slow national growth and stifle the entrenchment of the rule of law. NBA in recognition of its commitment to the promotion of rule of law established the Programs Department to articulate a response to the various social and legal challenges facing Nigeria and Africa in general.
The Programs
Department works in the areas of Electoral Reform,
Justice Sector Reform, Human Rights Promotion,
Anti-corruption and economic reform. Also the
department works in the area of capacity building
for lawyers on social justice issues and recognizing
the strategic role of civil society organizations in
emerging democracies, the Department also exits to
mainstream the activities of the Bar Association
into other CSOs engagements and programs. It is
also driving NBA development related programs within
the African Region. These thematic areas represent
NBA commitment to use its potentials to promote
social justice and create a rule of law culture in
Africa.
In driving
these programs, the Department is engaged in
research and policy/public advocacy. It has
continually interrogated government policies and
laws to ensure social justice content. The
Department is constantly developing programs and
initiatives to feed into government policies, ensure
participation of lawyers in governance issues and
promote the respect of individual rights.
With a staff of
10, an array of consultants and network of about
50,000 lawyers and partners within and outside the
country, the department is posed to consolidate on
its works and create a veritable resource on social
justice for practitioners, government and general
public.
The challenge
of delivering on these goals requires the support of
corporate organizations, individuals and donor
agency. We welcome your support
For
donations and enquiries please contact:
The NBA
Programs Department
96 b Medical Guild Close, off Ajose Adeogun Street,
Victoria Island, Lagos State
Tel:
234-1-4618287, 4707432
Email :
programs@nigerianbar.org
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