Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch, took center stage today as the keynote speaker at FIDA Edo Law Week 2025, addressing the theme “Women in Leadership and Political Positions: The Audacity to Hope.”

The event, organized by the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Edo Branch, brought together legal professionals, advocates, and stakeholders to foster discussions on gender equity in governance and the legal profession. Akangbe, a distinguished Senior Advocate of Nigeria with a storied career in advocacy and public service, shared his perspectives on empowering women in leadership roles, emphasizing the transformative potential of inclusive political participation.

In a reflective post-event statement, Akangbe expressed profound gratitude for the opportunity. “Today, I had the honour of attending FIDA Edo Law Week 2025 as the Keynote Speaker for the theme ‘Women in Leadership and Political Positions: The Audacity to Hope.’ It was a privilege to lend my voice to critical conversations on women in leadership and the advancement of women in law. The engagements were deeply insightful and inspiring.”

Akangbe’s address highlighted the urgent need for systemic changes to amplify women’s voices in decision-making arenas, drawing on historical precedents and contemporary challenges within Nigeria’s socio-political landscape. Participants praised his contributions for bridging legal expertise with motivational insights, sparking renewed commitment to gender parity initiatives.

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