Following the mob attack on Ms. Uduak Adams on the 21st of September, 2023, the Chairman of the NBA, Lagos Branch issued a statement today, the 27th of September, 2023.
In the statement, the Chairman, Mr. Olabisi Makanjuola, mentioned the actions that have been carried out by the Executive Committee of the Branch after they became aware of the incident.
Ms. Oduak, though not currently a financial member of the Branch has attended a couple of meetings of the Branch. Hence, the Executive Committee will ensure to liaise with the National Welfare Committee of the NBA on the welfare of Ms. Oduak.
Two suspects have been charged to Court, arraigned and are currently being remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre pending the perfection of their bail. The matter has subsequently been adjourned to the 30th of October, 2023. The Human Rights Committee of the Branches is to hold watching brief in the ongoing criminal proceeding and give regular updates to members.
While urging that members allow the wheels of justice take its course and refrain from making statements that will prejudice the matter, Mr. Makanjuola also stated that the Executive Committee implores all against the unnecessary politicization of the incident.
See below the statement issued by the Chairman.
