NBA Branches in Edo State Set up Financial Autonomy for the Judiciary Fact Finding and Implementation Committee,reel out its Terms of Reference.

In a release signed by the Secretary of the NBA Benin Branch-the Lion Bar -O.A. Lawani Esq.,the following was indicated on the referenced subject matter :


Distinguished Colleagues

The various branches of the NBA in Edo State have constituted the Financial Autonomy for the Judiciary Fact Finding and Implementation Committee.

Terms of Reference

1. To Ascertain the existence of Financial Autonomy or otherwise in Edo State

2. To liaise with all stakeholders to ensure the Independence of the Judiciary as guaranteed by the constitution

3. To advise on a framework that will ensure prudence and accountability in the application of Funds.

4. To ensure the Passage and implementation of all Laws in this regard that will accentuate the Independence of the Judiciary

5. To ensure the formation of a Joint Action Committee for the full implementation of Financial Autonomy for the Judiciary in Edo State

The Committee has as Members

1. Blder J. O. Aghimien SAN -Chairman
2. Chief Charles Adogah-SAN
3. Dr. Osagie Obayuwana-Sec
4. K. O. Obamogie
5. A. O. Edeki
6 Nosa Edo-Osagie
7 Hon. Pascal Ugbome
8. P. E. Uwadiae
9. Mrs. P.I. Iyomon
10. Ede Asenoguan
11. B.O. Okoduwa
12. Santos Owootori
13. O. A. Lawani
14.Ogaga Emoghwanre
15. Dr. S. K. Mokidi
16. Olatunji Sanni
17. J. E. Enaholo
18. Paul Ojeme
19. Chairmen of various branches in Edo State

Meanwhile, the Committee has begun work with visits to the Governor of Edo State, the Hon. Chief Judge of Edo State, and hopes to visit the Leadership of the House of Assembly

O. A. Lawani Esq.
Secretary , Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Benin Branch -the Lion Bar .