50 NBA Branches Now Accredited by the NBA ICLE to Train Lawyers; Decentralizing Learning, Expanding Access

In a major leap towards democratizing access to Continuing Legal Education (CLE), 50 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) branches across the country have now been officially accredited by the NBA Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) as service providers!

What does this mean for you?

✅ More CPD-compliant training programs near you

✅ Branch-led CLE programs now count towards your CPD points

✅ Lower costs, greater participation, and localized access

✅ Young lawyers can now earn points without traveling far or paying exorbitant fees

This bold initiative by the NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, and the NBA-ICLE reflects a deep commitment to inclusivity, affordability, and grassroots empowerment. It answers the long-standing call for a CPD system that is accessible, equitable, and responsive to the realities of lawyers across Nigeria.

If you’re part of any NBA branch, this is the perfect time to take advantage of structured, quality-assured CLE programs right at your doorstep.

To our colleagues: Don’t wait for the next “big city” event. Connect with your branch leadership and CLE coordinators and discover upcoming programs.

To branch leaders: This is your moment to shape the professional development culture in your region. Organize meaningful trainings. Bring seasoned facilitators closer to your members. Make the CLE experience practical, localized, and impactful.

Other NBA branches are strongly encouraged to seek accreditation with the NBA-ICLE to ensure their members also benefit from localized CPD-compliant trainings. The more branches accredited, the more inclusive, accessible, and empowered our Bar becomes.

“The future of legal excellence lies not just in national programs, but in localized, consistent professional learning.”

Accredited NBA Branches:

1. Lagos

2. Ikeja

3. Ijebu Ode

4. Isiokpo

5. Ado Ekiti

6. Jos

7. Ilorin

8. Enugu

9. Eti-Osa

10. Warri

11. Port Harcourt

12. Ibadan

13. Abuja

14. Asaba

15. Gboko

16. Ikorodu

17. Obollo Afor

18. Dutse

19. Akure

20. Kaduna

21. Sokoto

22. Gwagwalada

23. Garki

24. Maiduguri

25. Ughelli

26. Yenagoa

27. Minna

28. Awka

29. Badagry

30. Calabar

31. Ikare Akoko

32. Makurdi

33. Ondo

34. Owerri

35. Udu

36. Yola

37. Epe

38. Osogbo

39. Idah

40. Iwo

41. Bori

42. Idemili

43. Afikpo

44. Ilaro

45. Sagbama

46. Jalingo

47. Birnin Kebbi

48. Ilesa

49. Awka

50. Effurun

For more information about NBA-ICLE programs:

Visit: www.nbaicle.org

Email: [email protected]