Retired Justice Ita George Mbaba (OFR) has been confirmed as one of the Speakers at this year’s Gabriel Adikwu Annual Lecture.

CITY LAWYER recalls that Justice Mbaba retired from the bench on 20th February, 2025, after 25 years meritorious service to the Judiciary and the legal profession.

Reputed for his integrity and fairness, Justice Mbaba retired as the Presiding Justice of the Court of Appeal, Asaba Division. He had also held a similar position as the Presiding Justice of the Court of Appeal, Kano Division.

A notice by the Chairman of NBA Asaba Branch inviting members to the Valedictory Session held in his honour stated that it was to “honour his remarkable journey on the bench,” adding that “This valedictory session is a testament to his unwavering dedication to justice and the rule of law.”

Another testament to his service read: “Appointed to the bench 25 years ago, Justice Mbaba rose to become a revered figure in Nigeria’s appellate courts. His tenure was marked by landmark judgments and a commitment to judicial integrity, earning him national recognition, including the prestigious Officer of the Order of the Federal Republic (OFR).”

The Gabriel Adikwu Annual Lecture will hold on 17th May, 2025 at the Government House Banquet Hall, Dougirei, Yola, Adamawa State.

Accredited by the Nigerian Bar Association Institute of Continuing Legal Education (NBA- ICLE), the Annual Lecture is reputed as the largest single gathering of lawyers in North East Nigeria.

This year’s event, with the theme “THE LAW, THE COURT AND THE PEOPLE,” promises to be intellectually engaging, considering the array of eminent jurists who form the faculty.

The Annual Lecture seeks to x-ray the waning confidence of the people in the judicial system and to return the Judiciary to its pristine past glory as the last hope of the common man. The Annual Lecture will also provide a platform for networking among lawyers as delegates interact with other stakeholders in the legal profession who are making great strides in their space.

The Convener of the Annual Lecture, Mr. Gabriel Adikwu called on all lawyers to make plans to attend, adding that “This is one event you can’t afford to miss!”

He also noted that registration is free but compulsory. To register, click here

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