At the 67th Annual General Conference (AGC) of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Enugu yesterday, Treasurer Blessing Udofa-Poromon presented the 2024-2025 Financial Report, highlighting Bar Practising Fee (BPF) collections and the ongoing 10% remittance to branches. While the report underscores transparency and member benefits, legal analysts and political observers note its strategic significance for aspirants in upcoming NBA leadership elections.

The data, reflecting contributions across 130 branches, provides a clear map of branch strength and potential voter influence. NBA elections including the presidency and other national officer positions are conducted via universal electronic voting (e-voting). According to the NBA Constitution, only members who have paid their annual BPF and branch dues by March 31 of the election year are eligible to vote, making high-contributing branches critical battlegrounds.

“The report isn’t just financial it’s a voter map,” said TheNigeriaLawyer editor in chief Chioma Kate Unini Esq. “Branches like Lagos and Abuja hold outsized influence because they house thousands of eligible voters who can tip the scales in any contest for the presidency or national offices.”

  • Lagos Branch: Led the nation with ₦232.8 million in BPF for January March 2025, remitting ₦23.28 million. As the commercial hub of Nigeria, Lagos attracts corporate lawyers and hosts major law firms, giving it significant sway in elections. The branch’s large, diverse membership including Senior Advocates makes it a key target for campaign engagement.
  • Abuja Branch: Second-highest with ₦198.1 million in BPF and ₦19.8 million remitted. Housing lawyers linked to government, policy, and constitutional law, Abuja offers strategic influence through endorsements from high-profile members and policy stakeholders.
  • Other High-Impact Branches: Port Harcourt (₦71.2 million), Benin (₦36.7 million), and Ibadan (₦34.8 million) round out the top five, representing important regional centers and potential voter strongholds in the South-South, South-South, and South-West zones.

These top branches alone account for over 50% of total BPF collections, highlighting the numerical advantage they offer candidates in nationwide contests.

The Treasurer’s Report offers actionable insights for candidates eyeing the 2026 NBA elections:

  1. Targeting High-Impact Branches: Prioritize resources on branches contributing the largest share of BPF to maximize voter outreach and engagement.
  2. Tailored Messaging: Urban branches with more Senior Advocates may respond to professional development-focused campaigns, including NHIS coverage, Leadway death benefit, discounted CPD courses, and mentorship opportunities.
  3. Building Alliances: Branch chairmen and secretaries play key roles in mobilization; securing endorsements can amplify campaign reach.
  4. Promoting Equity: Smaller branches, like Saki (₦495,000 BPF), may benefit from proposed increases in remittances from 10% to 20% with half earmarked for branch Human Rights Committees, offering candidates a platform to champion inclusivity.

“The report is a critical tool, but engagement remains key,” Unini added. “Candidates must address welfare schemes, advocacy for the rule of law, and member development to resonate across all branches.”

Treasurer's Report _ Financial Statement and Accounts-pages TheNigerialawyer

The Electoral Committee of the NBA (ECNBA) maintains strict guidelines to ensure fair play, including prohibiting campaign gifts and mandating the publication of manifestos online. With the next leadership election cycle approaching, the 2024-2025 BPF report offers contestants both transparency and strategic intelligence to plan data-driven, inclusive campaigns.

S/N Branch Name January – March 2025 BPF Amount (₦) 10% BPF Remittance (₦)
1 Aba Branch 15,650,000.00 1,565,000.00
2 Abakaliki Branch 9,512,500.00 951,250.00
3 Abeokuta Branch 7,023,500.00 702,350.00
4 Abuja Branch 198,144,000.00 19,814,400.00
5 Ado-Ekiti Branch 4,575,000.00 457,500.00
6 Afikpo Branch 1,855,000.00 185,500.00
7 Agbor Branch 2,347,500.00 234,750.00
8 Aguata Branch 3,085,000.00 308,500.00
9 Ahoada Branch 2,520,000.00 252,000.00
10 Akure Branch 10,982,500.00 1,098,250.00
11 Anaocha Branch 2,587,500.00 258,750.00
12 Asaba Branch 16,640,000.00 1,664,000.00
13 Auchi Branch 2,110,000.00 211,000.00
14 Awka Branch 9,250,000.00 925,000.00
15 Badagry Branch 6,190,000.00 619,000.00
16 Barnawa Branch 5,839,000.00 583,900.00
17 Bauchi Branch 5,482,500.00 548,250.00
18 Benin Branch 36,697,500.00 3,669,750.00
19 Birnin-Kebbi Branch 2,505,000.00 250,500.00
20 Biu Branch 1,055,000.00 105,500.00
21 Bori Branch 2,477,500.00 247,750.00
22 Bukuru Branch 2,610,000.00 261,000.00
23 Bwari Branch 13,280,000.00 1,328,000.00
24 Calabar Branch 13,857,500.00 1,385,750.00
25 Damaturu Branch 3,152,500.00 315,250.00
26 Degema Branch 4,595,000.00 459,500.00
27 Dutse Branch 2,580,000.00 258,000.00
28 Effurun Branch 7,685,000.00 768,500.00
29 Eket Branch 2,345,000.00 234,500.00
30 Ekpoma Branch 2,587,500.00 258,750.00
31 Enugu Branch 25,580,000.00 2,558,000.00
32 Epe Branch 3,555,000.00 355,500.00
33 Eti-Osa Branch 2,227,500.00 222,750.00
34 Ezeagu Branch 2,817,500.00 281,750.00
35 Funtua Branch 772,500.00 77,250.00
36 Garki Branch 13,640,000.00 1,364,000.00
37 Gboko Branch 2,255,000.00 225,500.00
38 Gombe Branch 4,600,000.00 460,000.00
39 Gua Branch 1,907,500.00 190,750.00
40 Gwagwalada Branch 5,762,500.00 576,250.00
41 Ibadan Branch 34,802,500.00 3,480,250.00
42 Idan Branch 1,807,500.00 180,750.00
43 Idemili Branch 4,075,000.00 407,500.00
44 Igarra Branch 1,250,000.00 125,000.00
45 Ihiala Branch 1,415,000.00 141,500.00
46 Ijebu – Ode Branch 2,995,000.00 299,500.00
47 Ikare Akoko Branch 1,137,500.00 113,750.00
48 Ikeja Branch 113,669,500.00 11,366,950.00
49 Ikere-Ekiti Branch 2,057,500.00 205,750.00
50 Ikirun Branch 1,960,000.00 196,000.00
51 Ikole-Ekiti Branch 1,315,000.00 131,500.00
52 Ikom Branch 1,010,000.00 101,000.00
53 Ikorodu Branch 8,292,500.00 829,250.00
54 Ikot-Ekpene Branch 2,207,500.00 220,750.00
55 Ilaro Branch 2,017,500.00 201,750.00
56 Ile-Ife Branch 4,125,000.00 412,500.00
57 Ilesa Branch 1,560,000.00 156,000.00
58 Ilorin Branch 18,855,000.00 1,885,500.00
59 Isiala-Ngwa Branch 1,290,000.00 129,000.00
60 Isiokpo Branch 4,975,000.00 497,500.00
61 Iwo Branch 507,500.00 50,750.00
62 Jalingo Branch 4,885,000.00 488,500.00
63 Jos Branch 20,043,000.00 2,004,300.00
64 Kabba Branch 800,000.00 80,000.00
65 Kaduna Branch 14,871,500.00 1,487,150.00
66 Kafanchan Branch 852,500.00 85,250.00
67 Kano Branch 16,673,000.00 1,667,300.00
68 Katagum Branch 407,500.00 40,750.00
69 Katsina Branch 2,360,000.00 236,000.00
70 Keffi Branch 4,955,000.00 495,500.00
71 Lafia Branch 5,385,000.00 538,500.00
72 Lagos Branch 232,832,000.00 23,283,200.00
73 Lokoja Branch 5,770,000.00 577,000.00
74 Maiduguri Branch 7,610,000.00 761,000.00
75 Makurdi Branch 12,440,000.00 1,244,000.00
76 Mbaise Branch 1,817,500.00 181,750.00
77 Mbano – Etiti Branch 1,895,000.00 189,500.00
78 Minna Branch 7,030,000.00 703,000.00
79 Mubi Branch 1,037,500.00 103,750.00
80 Nnewi Branch 4,365,000.00 436,500.00
81 Nsukka Branch 3,650,000.00 365,000.00
82 Nyanya-Karu Branch 3,872,500.00 387,250.00
83 ObolloAfor Branch 1,402,500.00 140,250.00
84 Offa Branch 632,500.00 63,250.00
85 Ogoja Branch 1,170,000.00 117,000.00
86 Ogbomosho Branch 797,500.00 79,750.00
87 Ogwashi-Uku Branch 1,507,500.00 150,750.00
88 Ohafia Branch 1,302,500.00 130,250.00
89 Oji-River Branch 4,362,500.00 436,250.00
90 Okehi Branch 2,950,000.00 295,000.00
91 Okene Branch 752,500.00 75,250.00
92 Okigwe Branch 1,595,000.00 159,500.00
93 Okirika Branch 1,810,000.00 181,000.00
94 Okitipupa Branch 2,045,000.00 204,500.00
95 Oleh Branch 2,822,500.00 282,250.00
96 Omoku Branch 2,170,000.00 217,000.00
97 Ondo Branch 1,895,000.00 189,500.00
98 Onitsha Branch 13,554,000.00 1,355,400.00
99 Onueke Branch 2,487,500.00 248,750.00
100 Orlu Branch 3,275,000.00 327,500.00
101 Oron Branch 917,500.00 91,750.00
102 Osogbo Branch 6,177,500.00 617,750.00
103 Ota Branch 4,805,000.00 480,500.00
104 Otukpo Branch 1,247,500.00 124,750.00
105 Otuocha Branch 3,104,000.00 310,400.00
106 Owerri Branch 28,060,000.00 2,806,000.00
107 Owo Branch 952,500.00 95,250.00
108 Oyo Branch 1,807,500.00 180,750.00
109 Pankshin Branch 1,642,500.00 164,250.00
110 Port Harcourt Branch 71,235,000.00 7,123,500.00
111 Sagamu Branch 1,992,500.00 199,250.00
112 Sagbama Branch 2,872,500.00 287,250.00
113 Saki Branch 495,000.00 49,500.00
114 Sapele Branch 3,087,500.00 308,750.00
115 Shendam Branch 1,275,000.00 127,500.00
116 Sokoto Branch 4,275,000.00 427,500.00
117 Suleja Branch 2,392,500.00 239,250.00
118 Surulere Branch 3,710,000.00 371,000.00
119 Udu Branch 4,265,000.00 426,500.00
120 Ughelli Branch 5,127,500.00 512,750.00
121 Ukwa Branch 2,110,000.00 211,000.00
122 Umuahia Branch 8,307,500.00 830,750.00
123 Umunneochi Branch 5,410,000.00 541,000.00
124 Uromi Branch 1,172,500.00 117,250.00
125 Uyo Branch 17,862,500.00 1,786,250.00
126 Warri Branch 14,050,000.00 1,405,000.00
127 Wukari Branch 520,000.00 52,000.00
128 Yenagoa Branch 14,115,000.00 1,411,500.00
129 Yola Branch 8,305,000.00 830,500.00
130 Zaria Branch 4,405,000.00 440,500.00
Total 1,299,258,500.00 129,925,850.00
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