The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has launched free legal services to indigent protesters facing prosecution for participating in the #EndBadGovernance protests.
The association’s president, Afam Osigwe, explained that the pro bono support programme would ensure that the country’s criminal justice system treats protesters facing trials fairly.
Mr Osigwe stated this in a post on his verified X handle Wednesday morning, explaining that the NBA would monitor the remaining arraignment of the detained protesters.
“I have directed the branches of the Nigerian Bar Association to monitor the trials of the #EndBadGovernance protesters. Additionally, I have launched a Pro Bono support initiative for protesters who lack legal representation,” he said.
He said the association’s Citizens’ Liberties Committee (NBA-CLC) has also been tasked with liaising closely with the chairmen and Human Rights Committees of NBA branches in regions where protesters are currently being…