Explain
We explain human rights and what they mean for citizens, institutions and the state.
NBA Human Rights Institute
Protecting rights.
Protecting rights.
Upholding the rule of law.
The Nigerian Bar Association Human Rights Institute is established to protect the human rights of citizens, and to promote the rule of law and good governance in Nigeria.
Annual dues
₦15,000
Per member, per calendar year
Human Rights Day
10 December
Marked every year
Our focus
Rights & Justice
Rule of law and good governance
What we do
Standing guard over the rights of every Nigerian
The Institute works through the Bar to make human rights understood, observed and enforced — in practice, in policy and in law.
Monitor
We monitor the state of human rights across Nigeria and document violations.
Protect
We protect human rights and the dignity of vulnerable people, and champion access to justice.
Promote compliance
We promote compliance with human rights, including equal treatment, in practice, policy and legislation.
Who we are
Our mission and vision
The NBA-HRI explains, monitors and protects human rights, promotes compliance with human rights (including equal treatment) in practice, policy and legislation, and increases the awareness of human rights in Nigeria.
A society where human rights are promoted and protected and the independence of the legal profession is guaranteed. A society with unhindered access to justice, where the human rights and dignity of vulnerable people are protected.
Membership
Join the Institute in four steps
Membership is open to lawyers enrolled with the Nigerian Bar Association. Register online, pay your annual dues and receive your credentials — all from the portal.
1
Find your SCN
Enter your Supreme Court Number and confirm your details.
2
Complete your profile
Add your contact details, practice area and a passport photo.
3
Pay ₦15,000 dues
Pay securely online and download your receipt instantly.
Get your credentials
Receive your HRI membership number and certificate. Renew each year.
Flagship event
International Human Rights Day
Annual · 10 December
Human Rights Day
Each year on 10 December the Institute joins the world in marking International Human Rights Day. Programme details will be published here.
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Governance
Board & leadership
Board Chair
1st Vice President
Nigerian Bar Association
Board Member
2nd Vice President
Nigerian Bar Association
Board Member
3rd Vice President
Nigerian Bar Association
Head, Membership & Compliance
Mirabel Mosugu
Human Rights Membership & Compliance
Lend your voice to justice.
Join the NBA Human Rights Institute today — ₦15,000 per year.