By Mr. Vaughan Rotimi
A Track Record of Innovation, Service, and Impact
Presenting an enviable track record, reeling out the laudable achievements to date, of a gorgeous and proven visionary of great strength, Abiye Tam-George (ATG) is no doubt of immense delight for me.
I have had the opportunity of working closely with ATG as Learned Friends, particularly under the umbrella of the NBA Lagos Branch.
Accordingly, the informative materials you are about to digest below are indeed worthy of being transmitted to the public space.
Some of the informative track records outlined below stem from my personal knowledge, gained through my direct working experience with ATG. Others came to my attention through reliable sources during my professional journey with ATG.
An outstanding woman of strength and leadership indeed!
Abiye Tam-George has consistently set a high standard for leadership, innovation, and commitment to justice. As the Chair of the Human Rights Committee of the Lagos Branch (2021-2023), she led transformative initiatives that reshaped the Committee’s operations and strengthened its impact.
For the first time in the Committee’s history, she assembled a team of innovative lawyers, recognizing them as valuable team players.
Under her leadership, the Committee introduced a structured budget, strategic interventions, and innovative programs, all guided by a clear vision: Respect for Human Dignity and Justice for All, and a mission: To Promote the Rule of Law and Advocate for an Effective Justice Delivery System.
Unprecedented Achievements
Creation of Six Subcommittees to enhance efficiency and effectiveness:
1. Fundraising
2. Complaints and Investigations.
3. PDSS.
4. Magistrates and Lawyers Police Station Visitation.
5. Software Development.
6. Advocacy, Outreach, and Sensitization.
With her team of seasoned lawyers, Abiye Tam-George exhibited exemplary leadership; and:
Pioneered Community Human Rights Sensitization and Empowerment Projects
• Hosted the groundbreaking Effective and Sustainable Human Rights Advocacy Skills program featuring International Human Rights Award Laureate, Mr. Adeola Oyinlade.
• Organized a Digital Activism and Advocacy training, with social media expert JJ Omojuwa equipping advocates with modern tools for human rights activism.
• Initiated a National Dialogue on Institutional Reforms and Respect for Human Rights in remembrance of the END SARS protest, engaging human rights activists, traditional rulers, and community leaders.
• Organized a stakeholders dialogue with the Nigerian Police Force, Zone 2, Onikan Lagos, with the AIG, comprising of Ogun, Lagos, and officers at the top echelon of the Police Force in both States and were trained on Model Police Law for Africa.
• Spearheaded a Community Human Rights Legal Literacy and Peace Program to sensitize communities on lawfulness, peaceful co-existence, and rights protection.
• Developed a Community Empowerment and Engagement Project in collaboration with the Baale Forum to establish a Community Code of Conduct for sustainable development.
• Led Boy-Child Parenting and Community Development Training to strengthen family structures and societal values.
• Launched a public sensitization series on Children’s Rights and Human Rights on Lagos Talks 91.3 FM.
Pioneered the Pro Bono Services Restructuring and Ikoyi Custodial Center Decongestion Project
• Conducted a comprehensive audit of inmates, revealing over 2,500 inmates in a facility designed for 800.
• Initiated the In Pursuit of Innocence: Audit, Release, and Support Programme, providing pro bono legal aid to those unjustly detained.
• Established a Pro Bono Scheme adopted by the Lagos Branch, with beneficiaries of legal representation.
Launched the Human Rights News Bulletin
• Providing critical insights on human rights violations, committee activities, and solutions for justice reform.
Built Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Impact
• Secured a partnership with Mr. Chris Ubosi, Founder/CEO of MegaLectrics, (owners of Beat FM, Classic FM, Naija FM, and Lagos Talks 91.3 FM) to amplify human rights awareness.
• Fostered collaboration with UNILAG Faculty of Law, engaging top academics in reducing human rights abuses.
Abiye Tam-George: The Leader with deep convictions for justice!
Her dedication to service, relentless pursuit of justice, and ability to drive impactful change makes her the ideal personality for the next phase of leadership.
Innovative Leadership.
Proven Track Record.
Unwavering Commitment to Justice.
This is to:
-Abiye Tam-George: A Responsible Leader, A Champion for Justice!
-Abiye Tam-George, MBA, CGAN.
Abiye Tam-George, Vice-Chair, NBA, Lagos Branch (2021-2023)
Chairperson, Human Rights Committee (2021-2023).
