Established 2014 · Inaugurated 12 May 2014 · Kano, Northern Nigeria
For many years, Kano State operated with only one NBA Branch — a single centre serving thousands of legal practitioners across the sprawling state. The growing demand for accessibility, efficiency and decentralised legal services made a new branch not just desirable, but essential.
The NBA National Executive Council, meeting in Lafia in 2013 under President Okey Wali, SAN, approved the creation of the Ungogo Branch. On 12 May 2014, the branch was formally inaugurated, marking a new chapter for legal practice in the Ungogo axis of Kano State.
Today, NBA Ungogo Branch stands with approximately 390 financial members — a vibrant forum for legal practitioners committed to the rule of law, citizens' rights, and the advancement of legal education.
Branch Official HistoryNBA National Executive Council approves Ungogo Branch under President Okey Wali, SAN.
Branch officially inaugurated. Salisu H. Danjidda becomes pioneer Chairman.
Three successive chairmen (Imam, Mujiburrahman, Bala) build institutional frameworks and expand membership.
Muhammad Jibrin's administration focuses on CLE programmes and stakeholder engagement.
Ahmad Abubakar Gwadabe inaugurated as 6th Chairman with a landmark 7-point agenda.
The Ungogo Bar Voice — first branch publication — launched, marking a new era of documentation.
Land grant secured from Kano State Government; construction and fundraising underway.
To promote professional ethics, access to justice and legal development while fostering unity among legal practitioners in the Ungogo axis and beyond.
To be a distinguished branch of the NBA known for legacy, integrity, and innovative legal service delivery that serves citizens across Kano State.
Integrity · Excellence · Rule of Law · Collegiality · Public Service · Continuous Learning · Professionalism.
Ahmad Abubakar Gwadabe, Esq. was inaugurated as the 6th Chairman on 28 June 2024. His administration — branded "The Legacy Bar" — is anchored by seven transformative pillars.
The 2024–2026 Administration was inaugurated on 28 June 2024. Our seven-point agenda drives us: upholding the rule of law, building on good legacy, preserving branch integrity, members' welfare, stakeholder synergy, human rights protection, and establishing a permanent secretariat.
Ahmad Abubakar Gwadabe, Esq. — Chairman, NBA Ungogo BranchSensitisation workshops, radio and TV enlightenment programmes on Radio Kano (Sanin Doka), NTA Kano, Cool FM, Kanawa Radio and Muhasa Radio. Physical campaigns at Mumbayya House, National Human Rights Commission and ROLAC programmes.
Annual Law Week held in August 2025; inaugural edition of The Ungogo Bar Voice magazine launched June 2025; establishment of The Legacy Journal — a peer-reviewed academic publication sponsored by Chief Emeka Ozoani, SAN.
Active disciplinary panels, tackling perception challenges head-on, and sustained promotion of professionalism and ethical conduct among all members of the branch.
Financial and moral support for members, monthly congress refreshments, accident and health assistance. Special attention paid to young lawyers facing early-career challenges.
Active collaboration with Hon. Chief Judge Dije Aboki, the Grand Kadi, ROLAC, UNICEF, civil society organisations and other NBA branches across Nigeria. Regular inter-institutional engagement.
Decisive intervention during civil unrest in June 2024, securing the release of minors and unlawfully detained persons. Ongoing partnership with CSOs and the National Human Rights Commission to protect citizens.
A historic milestone: land grant secured from the Kano State Government. Construction plans underway and fundraising campaign launched. This will give NBA Ungogo a permanent institutional home for generations to come.
CLE Seminars on Ethics, Anti-Money Laundering, Copyright, Taxation Law & FREP Rules 2009.
Sponsored branch football team to 2025 Annual General Conference in Enugu.
Launched The Ungogo Bar Voice maiden magazine — first branch publication in history.
Weekly legal enlightenment programmes across 5+ radio and TV stations in Kano State.
Released minors and unlawful detainees during June 2024 civil unrest through direct advocacy.
Secured land grant from Kano State Government for permanent branch secretariat.