The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, on Tuesday received a delegation from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ibadan Branch, during a courtesy visit aimed at deepening collaboration on legislative and legal reforms in the state.
The NBA team, led by the Chairman of the Ibadan Branch, Barr. Ibrahim Lawal, was warmly received at the Speaker’s office in Ibadan. Also present was Hon. Akintunde Olajide, the lawmaker representing Lagelu State Constituency.
The Speaker, in his remarks, described the visit as timely and essential for strengthening legislative engagement and enhancing post-legislative scrutiny.
He acknowledged the technical expertise of the NBA in legal drafting and policy formulation, and pledged to establish a liaison committee to interface regularly with the association on relevant legal matters.
“Our doors are open to partnerships that strengthen our legislative processes. The House will set up a committee to work with your branch, particularly on the review of bills, law reforms, and effective implementation of laws passed,” Ogundoyin stated.
The Speaker also emphasized the importance of post-legislative scrutiny to evaluate the real-world impact of laws passed by the Assembly and encouraged the NBA to play a pivotal role in that process.
“Institutional synergy is pivotal and crucial. We are ready to work with the Nigerian Bar Association, Ibadan Branch. I am confident that the collaboration will yield reforms that will further enhance justice delivery and good governance in Oyo State,” he added.
Earlier in his address, Barr. Lawal praised the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly for its progressive and people-centered legislative agenda under the leadership of Speaker Ogundoyin.
He expressed the readiness of the Bar to actively support the Assembly in reviewing outdated laws, proposing amendments, and drafting new legislation that aligns with modern governance standards and the principles of justice.
“This visit is about synergy,” Lawal said. “The legal profession has a duty not only to advocate in court but also to contribute to legislative development. We believe a partnership with the Assembly will help us collectively improve the legal framework of the state.”