Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, has extended his warmest wishes to the Eastern Bar Forum (EBF) of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) as it convenes its colloquium themed “Nigeria’s Federalism & State Legislative Powers: Current Matters Viewed from a Sub-National Perspective.”
In his message, Akangbe commended the organizers for creating a platform for insightful discussions on the challenges and opportunities within Nigeria’s federal system. He expressed confidence that the deliberations would inspire meaningful contributions toward strengthening governance at the sub-national level.
“I commend the organizers for their dedication to fostering intellectual engagement on such a vital issue, and I wish all participants a productive and rewarding colloquium. May the insights gained here shape progressive legal reforms and policies for the benefit of our nation,” Akangbe stated.
The colloquium is expected to bring together legal minds, policymakers, and scholars to analyze Nigeria’s federal structure and propose reforms that enhance legislative effectiveness at the state level.
Read full statement below:
I extend my warmest wishes to the Eastern Bar Forum of the Nigerian Bar Association on the occasion of her Colloquium themed “Nigeria’s Federalism & State Legislative Powers: Current Matters Viewed from a Sub-National Perspective.”
This important gathering provides a valuable platform for insightful discussions on the challenges and opportunities within our federal system. As we come together to share perspectives and ideas, I am confident that the deliberations will inspire meaningful contributions toward strengthening governance at the sub-national level.
I commend the organizers for their dedication to fostering intellectual engagement on such a vital issue, and I wish all participants a productive and rewarding colloquium. May the insights gained here shape progressive legal reforms and policies for the benefit of our nation.
Best wishes for a successful event!
Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN
