NBA Annual General Conference 2025 Opens in Enugu with Global Dignitaries

The 2025 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference (AGC) officially opens today in Enugu, the Enugu State capital, drawing more than 20,000 lawyers, legal minds, and distinguished guests. Among the high-profile attendees are former President Olusegun Obasanjo and South Africa’s firebrand politician Julius Malema.

A Vibrant Start in Enugu

NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, led thousands of lawyers yesterday in a health walk through the city’s major roads, setting the tone for a week of engaging sessions and networking. He described Enugu as a fitting venue for this year’s theme, “Stand Out, Stand Tall.”

“Enugu represents hospitality, beauty, and peace. It is the perfect backdrop for conversations on building Nigeria into an economic giant in Africa,” Osigwe told reporters. He added that Malema would arrive in Enugu today, while Obasanjo will chair the opening ceremony.

Enugu Prepared for Global Spotlight

The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, assured participants of a memorable experience, noting that Governor Peter Mbah had long positioned Enugu as a hub for large conferences.

“From the launch of Enugu Air to the commissioning of 100 CNG buses, modern transport terminals, and the revamped Hotel Presidential, the state has been strategically prepared to host events of this scale,” Onyia said. “Visitors will find it easy to move around, feel safe, and enjoy our hospitality.”

Excitement Among Delegates

Delegates arriving from across Nigeria expressed enthusiasm about the week ahead.

• Favour Abraham, a lawyer from Minna, said she was eager for “a memorable experience.”

• Daisy Ovrawah, visiting from Delta State, looked forward to “something totally different.”

• Godswill Onyegbu from Abuja expected “a very highly coordinated conference.”

• Hon. Munirat Suleiman, Magistrate of the Customary Court of Appeal, Abuja, praised the seamless registration process.

• His Highness Rufus Olarewaju Ajayi from Ekiti, who last visited Enugu during the Oputa Panel in 2001, said he was “highly impressed” by the city’s transformation.

A Conference to Remember

With Enugu’s warm hospitality, the presence of global figures, and the participation of thousands of legal professionals, this year’s NBA AGC promises to be one of the most memorable gatherings in recent history.