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NBA-AGC: ‘BOLD TRANSITIONS WILL SUSTAIN GOOD LEGACIES,’ SAYS LOC CHAIR

WELCOME ADDRESS BY CHAIRMAN OF THE LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

“Transitions in life can offer opportunities for discovery.” – Robbie Shell

On behalf of the chairmen and members of all the branches of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Lagos State, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the 62nd Annual General Conference (AGC) of the NBA.

It is commendable that for close to 62 years, the NBA has sustained the tradition of gathering in large numbers to interrogate topical legal issues, review the state of our dear nation, network and take the very needed rest from the rigors of legal practice.

Reflecting on the theme of this year’s conference, I recall that His Lordship, Galinje JCA (as he then was), said in Leo Melos Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd v. Union Homes Savings & Loans Ltd (2010) LPELR-4431(CA) (Pp. 7-8 paras. F) that “any law that does not provide for the transition of actions that are pending, cannot by any stretch of imagination be a good law.” Taking his cue, I am emboldened to say that any Association that does not provide for transition of pending actions cannot be a good Association. It is only by bold transitions that right strides of receding administrations can be sustained or improved upon.

I have the enviable duty of welcoming you to Lagos (originally known as Èkó), the Center of Excellence, the largest city in Nigeria and the second most populous city in Africa, with a population estimated at 28 million . The city of bold transitions…and pacesetter on many fronts.

The night life here is arguably the best in Nigeria. Tourist attractions abound. Please do not forget to savour the taste of the famous amala and ewedu you have been hearing about, as well as witnessing the cultural displays and theatre arts you read about. I can tell you (without the need to send you an invoice for professional fees) that the warmth, hospitality and conviviality of Lagosians is second to none.

I encourage you to take out time to appreciate all that Lagos has to offer. Do note, as you move around this mega city that planning is very important. So, please plan your movement so you do not get stuck in traffic jams.

Once again, welcome to Lagos, the city of aquatic splendor, cultural attractions and mouth-watering cuisine. Have a splendid conference experience.

Ikechukwu Uwanna
Chairman, Local Organizing Committee
2022 NBA AGC

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AGC-LOC LAUNCHES HISTORIC CONFRENCEPEDIA

The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 2022 Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference (NBAAGC) has unveiled a groundbreaking “Confrencepedia” to guide delegates as the conference opens today in Lagos.

The highly colourful 49-page document has virtually all a conferee needs to meander through the exciting Lagos landscape with ease and comfort, and is now LIVE on the WHOVA App.

Aside from Welcome Addresses from the five NBA Branch Chairmen from Lagos, Ikeja, Ikorodu, Badagry and Epe, the Confrencepedia also has a comprehensive “Outline of Sessions and Topics” for the 62nd Annual General Conference.

It also contains the major events and schedules for the AGC including the Jumat Service, Health Walk, Tree Planting Campaign, multi-denominational Church Service, Chess & Scrabble Competition, and President’s Dinner.

Others are details on the Friendship Center, Chief Judge’s Cocktail, Closing Party otherwise called “UnBarred 5.0,” Explore Lagos, Nearby Hospitals for serious emergency medicare, Pharmacy Stores, Relaxation Centres & Hangout Spots, Top-notch Restaurants, and 24-Hour Fuel Stations.

The Confrencepedia also outlines the dates for social events/parties to be hosted by Lagos branches of the NBA. While Lagos Branch will hold its party at Eko Atlantic City on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, Epe Branch will also hold its party the same day. NBA Badagry Branch will hold its party the next day while NBA Ikeja Branch Party holds on August 25, 2022.

Major traffic offences in Lagos, Secretariat Addresses for Lagos branches, and Emergency Security Numbers are among other relevant information contained in the Confrencepedia.

The 16-member Local Organising Committee (LOC) has NBA Lagos Branch Chairman, Mr. Ikechukwu Uwanna at the helm while Ms. Chinenye Oragwu is the Secretary and Head of Health Walk & Health Centre.

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