NEWS RELEASE
The Nigerian Bar Association, Lagos Branch, has officially confirmed Kelechukwu Uzoka, Esq. as its Secretary-Elect following the conclusion of its 2025 Branch Elections.
Uzoka, a tech-forward legal practitioner and partner at K&C Partners, emerged unopposed and was returned elected after the release of the final list by the NBA Lagos Electoral Committee.
In a statement shared with colleagues and supporters, Uzoka expressed deep gratitude for the confidence reposed in him by members of the Branch.
“While I ran unopposed, I do not take the trust and goodwill of our members for granted. This is not just a mandate, it is a responsibility. I am committed to building a Secretariat that is modern, transparent, and truly responsive to the needs of our members.”
His campaign was anchored on the theme “Innovation & Efficiency,” highlighting a forward-looking agenda to digitise Secretariat operations, improve member communication, streamline processes like stamp and seal applications, and build a more accessible support system for both EXCO and Committees.
A strong advocate for technology in legal practice, Uzoka has served the Bar in various capacities, including on the NBA Lagos Law Week Technical Support Team, the Human Rights Committee, and the SBL CPC Tech Subcommittee. He is also a well-known voice in the legaltech ecosystem and a regular contributor to conversations around innovation and legal development in Nigeria.
“The Secretariat should reflect the standard of the Premier Bar. I look forward to working closely with the incoming Chairman and Executive Committee to raise the bar through innovation, structure, and service,” he added.
Uzoka also extended congratulations to all other candidates and commended the Electoral Committee for conducting a transparent and orderly process. He called on all members to unite in purpose, stating, “Now is the time to move forward together as one Bar.”
He and other elected executives are expected to officially assume office at the upcoming NBA Lagos Branch Annual General Meeting on 25th of July, 2025.
____________________________________________________________________
(C) CITY LAWYER Magazine. All rights reserved. To join our Channel, click here. Click here to join our WhatsApp chatroom. Contact us at citylawyermag@gmail.com or 081-3838-0083.
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.