awla

Women can significantly influence democracy in Nigeria by participating in governance, advocating for their rights, and pushing for policies that promote social transformation. Here are some key ways women can shape democracy: Empowering Women in Politics Increased representation: Women demand…

It is with profound respect and admiration that the African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) honor the illustrious career of Hon. Justice Nkemdilim Izuako, a trailblazer in African legal history whose contributions have left an indelible mark on the judiciary and…

The stark reality of Nigeria’s situation is disheartening. The pervasive culture of endless grabbing and exploitation has become entrenched. Speaking truth to power is often met with resistance, and those who dare to challenge the status quo are frequently maligned…

COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN (CSW69), 2025 to be held from 10-21 March 2025 You are invited to participate in the sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), to be held from 10-21 March 2025…

Dear Prof. Akande Re: Condolence Message on the Passing of Your Beloved Husband Mr. Yunus Ustaz Usman SAN who passed away on the 11th September, 2024 On behalf of the African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA), I extend our deepest and…

Dear Falilat,   Re: Congratulations on Your Elevation to the Position of Deputy Chief Registrar   We are delighted to extend our warmest congratulations to you on your recent appointment as Deputy Chief Registrar of the High Court of Kwara…

L- R Hon. Betty Mould- Iddrisu: Founder, Immediate Past President of AWLA and Parliamentarian, Yvonne Nkrumah; Member AWLA Ghana and Chief Executive Of Food and Drug Agency, Mandy Demechi-Asagba: President AWLA, Effiba Amihere: Country Representative AWLA Ghana and Abiodun Kolawole:…

Download full obituary here

THE SUN SET FOR OUR DEAR VICE PRESIDENT OF AFRICAN WOMEN LAWYERS ASSOCIATION (AWLA) HER EXCELLENCY EDNA LESLIE KUMA BUT HER LEGACIES LIVES ON   We at African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) join AWLA Ghana, the Kuma family, the Ghana…

Today the 22nd Day of December, 2023, We at AWLA in recognition of Her Excellency Barr. Amina Oyiza Yahaya Bello’ s passion, dedication and Commitment to persons living with disability, particularly in the area of providing them with quality education…

She was an embodiment of every thing good. She served AWLA and Humanity with utmost dedication and Commitment selflessly. A bold, courageous and fierce advocate per excellence who stood tall for justice for the underdogs, the vulnerable and oppressed. A…

Dear Country Representatives and State Coordinators, please be reminded that the 16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM will commence on the 25th Day of November, 2023( INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR ELIMINATIONOFVIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN) — 10th Day of December, 2023 (INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS DAY)….

LEVERAGING EMERGING LEGAL CHALLENGES TO THE RULE OF LAW IN THE PREVAILING SOCIO-ECONOMIC REALITIES IN NIGERIA BY HON. JUSTICE ALABA OMOLAYE AJILEYE, PhD (Rtd) BAZE UNVERSITY, ABUJA BEING THE 9TH BADAGRY LAW LECTURE DELIVERED AT THE 9TH   ANNUAL LAW WEEK…

AWLA President Mandy Demechi-Asagba, litigation Alt Chairperson, Abiodun Kolawole, Member Shemi Olorife and Adetola Adeyeye at the Coroner Inquest into the death of Ilerioluwa Imole Promise Aloba alias MOHBAD at Ikorodu on 7/11/2023 #JusticeForMOHBAD

Visit to DIG Sylvester Abiodun Alabi, PPRO FCID SP Funmi Eguaoje Abuja on 30/8/2023 NBA, DSN, AWLA, NBA HRI, RoLAC with a Coalition of NGOs, Legal Aid Council, Human Rights Commission et al, led by 3rd Vice President NBA. AWLA…

Awlans at NBA Ota Law Week with AWLA President: Mandy Asagba, litigation Director: Obiamaka Aga, Litigation Head AWLA and Welfare Sec AWLA Nigeria:Abiodun Kolawole, Welfare Sec emeritus Awla Nig: Vivian Akhigbe, Finance Head AWLA : Carol Obi, AWLA Program Committee…

AWLA Beneficiaries graduate from Wellsprings Rehabilitation Centre today July 29, 2023. Kudos to the Team that made this happen Abiodun Kolawole, Peju Oduye-Quadri, and others Special thanks to Hon. Justice Harrison for her motherliness, passion, empathy and compassion towards children…

AWLA President MANDY ASAGBA ESQ. Interview @ Woezor TV Accra Ghana on IWD: GBV and Discrimination Against Women in Politics and Political Appointments on March 29, 2023

Awlans Celebrate their President: Mandy Asagba on her landslide victory at the NBA polls to emerge as Vice President of the largest Bar in Africa – The NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION on July 17, 2022 R- L Carol Obi, Uche Anthonia,…

L-R Ronke Sijuade: former Coordinator AWLA Nigeria, Mandy Asagba : President AWLA, Ngozi Musa and Nihinlola Aluko-Olokun former Coordinator AWLA, Nigeria at a Law Seminar in Lagos, Nigeria in 2022

“We’ve got the power, don’t sell it. Let us wield it to enthrone genuine democracy and make the system work effectively for all. It is time we take our destinies in our own hands.” — AWLA President, Mandy Asagba _____…

DAY OF THE AFRICAN WOMAN Program 29-31 July 2021Jly

Video interview of Joy Ndubueze. A young lady shot by her fiancé in Lagos by AWLA TEAM and IYANIWURA – Mandy Asagba, Jumoke Otitoju of Iyaniwura, Peju Oduye-Quadri, Mulikat Thomas, Abiodun Kolawole etc

Copy of AWLA COMMITMENT

Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode has urged lawyers to evolve new ways of making more progress on gender equality, women development and child welfare, saying that no society can achieve rapid development when children and women are…