The American University of Nigeria’s (AUN) School of Law officially launched its Law Clinic on April 9, 2025, marking a major step in combining academic learning with social impact. The clinic will provide free legal services to underserved members of the community while offering hands-on training to AUN law students.
In his welcome address, Prof. Paul Vita, Provost of AUN, emphasized the clinic’s role in bridging theory and practice. “This clinic represents a unique opportunity for our students to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world legal practice,” he said.
The clinic was officially unveiled by AUN President Dr. DeWayne Frazier, assisted by Prof. Vita and the Dean of the School of Law, symbolizing its formal opening.
The event drew support from a wide range of legal and justice stakeholders. Representatives from the Nigeria Correctional Service, the Nigeria Police Force, the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, the National Human Rights Commission, FIDA Adamawa State, and the Deputy Director of the Nigerian Law School, Yola Campus were present to show their endorsement of the initiative.
Gabriel Adiko, Principal Counsel at Gabriel Adiko & Co, praised the Law Clinic as a powerful tool for legal education. “It is an excellent idea, providing students with real-life legal experience while simultaneously addressing the needs of the underserved in our community,” he noted. His firm has offered to mentor students and provide legal support for cases that require full involvement from experienced lawyers.
Reported by Aishatu Munnauwarah Yahya