The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, has announced the appointment of the leadership for the National Young Lawyers Forum.
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The newly appointed team, consisting of 17 young lawyers from across the country, will work towards advancing the interests and welfare of young legal practitioners in Nigeria.
The National Young Lawyers Forum is a vital platform within the NBA that focuses on addressing the unique challenges faced by young lawyers and promoting their professional growth and development. The forum also serves as a means for young lawyers to contribute to the overall goals and objectives of the NBA.
The appointed leadership team includes:
1. Timothy Clement – Chairman
2. Etaba Agbor – Secretary
3. Gabriel Agboola – Publicity Secretary
4. Chemerie Okolo – Treasurer
5. Ntyang Jugu
6. Imam Fulani Abdul-lateef
7. Sumoko Wisdom
8. Naomi Osezele Aitomun
9. Prayer Oko Inyang
10. Safinaz Isma’il Gilima
11. Maryam Farouk Ismad
12. Elijah Isreal
13. Abdulkareem Abdulraheem Bolaji
14. Salsabeela Abubakar Bislava
15. Josiah Elijah
16. Tochukwu Iheme
17. Isaac Adakole
In his statement, the NBA President expressed confidence in the ability of the newly appointed leadership to effectively represent the interests of young lawyers and contribute to the growth and development of the legal profession in Nigeria. He urged all young lawyers to actively participate in the activities of the forum and to support the leadership in their efforts to advance the cause of young legal practitioners.
The NBA President also emphasized the importance of mentorship and collaboration between senior and young lawyers, stating that this is crucial for the continued growth and success of the legal profession in Nigeria.
The appointment of the National Young Lawyers Forum leadership is a significant step towards ensuring that the voices of young lawyers are heard and their needs are addressed within the NBA.
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