At the 2025 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference, Senior Advocate of Nigeria and former Chairman of the NBA Lagos Branch, Mr. Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, delivered a compelling message on the importance of lawyers’ active involvement in the Association and the broader society’s recognition of the Bar. Speaking during a plenary session, he emphasized that the NBA’s relevance hinges on its ability to uphold integrity, defend justice, and prioritize the welfare of its members.
Akangbe SAN highlighted that society naturally gravitates towards value, stressing that when the NBA consistently demonstrates excellence and commitment to justice, it earns both respect and influence. He urged the Association to remain member-centric, focusing on lawyers’ growth and welfare as a way to strengthen the profession and reaffirm its indispensable role in shaping a just and equitable society.
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At the plenary session of the recently concluded NBA Annual General Conference (AGC), Mr. Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN a respected Senior Advocate of Nigeria and past Chairman of the NBA Lagos Branch shared valuable insights on the role of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) within the Lawyers and the broader society. According to him, people are naturally drawn to value.
When the Association consistently demonstrate integrity, excellence, and commitment to justice, society will not only recognize but also respect and follow their lead. He emphasized that if the NBA remains true to its core values; upholding the rule of law, defending justice, and promoting professional development it will continue to stay relevant and command respect both within and outside the legal community.
Mr. Akangbe SAN, who has long been an advocate for active involvement in the NBA, stressed that the Association must become member centric by looking out for the welfare of Lawyers and helping them create value and grow. In doing so, it not only strengthens the legal profession but also reaffirms the indispensable role of lawyers in shaping a just and equitable society.
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