NBA Sokoto Seeks Stronger Partnership with Police for Justice, Rule of Law
The newly elected executives of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Sokoto Branch, led by its Chairman, Barrister B.M. Jodi, Esq., have paid a courtesy visit to the Sokoto State Police Command, seeking stronger collaboration between the two institutions.
The visit, held on Wednesday, October 8, 2026, was aimed at strengthening the existing relationship between the legal profession and the Nigeria Police Force, while promoting greater cooperation in the administration of justice, maintenance of law and order, and protection of fundamental human rights.
Speaking during the visit, NBA Sokoto Branch Chairman, Barrister B.M. Jodi, expressed the branch’s commitment to building a more robust and mutually beneficial relationship with the Police Command.
He called for increased collaboration, effective communication and constructive engagement between the Bar and the Police to promote justice, professionalism, public safety and the rule of law.
Receiving the delegation, the Commissioner of Police, Sokoto State Command, CP Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, psc, mnips, welcomed the new NBA executives and appreciated the Association for its commitment to strengthening the relationship between the legal profession and the Police.
The Commissioner assured the delegation of the Command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, protecting lives and property, upholding the rule of law and respecting the fundamental human rights of citizens in accordance with the Constitution and extant laws.
CP Shaffa further stressed the importance of effective collaboration between law enforcement agencies and members of the legal profession in ensuring a fair, effective and credible justice system.
He also expressed the Command’s readiness to maintain open communication and partnership with the NBA Sokoto Branch in addressing issues of mutual concern.
The visit ended with both institutions reaffirming their commitment to deepening cooperation and synergy in the interest of justice, security and peaceful coexistence in Sokoto State.
