The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has unveiled the line-up of sessions and events scheduled to hold during its 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC) in Enugu. The sessions, spread across the International Conference Centre (ICC) and various marquees at the Friendship Centre, will run from Tuesday, 26th August to Wednesday, 27th August 2025, featuring a rich mix of plenaries, showcases, and thematic discussions addressing law, governance, technology, and societal development.
The conference will open on Tuesday, 26th August with the 1st Plenary Session at the ICC Main Hall (Alhaji Jubril Martin’s Hall) from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., setting the tone for deliberations. This will be followed by concurrent showcases: UNICEF’s special presentation and the Maritime Security Session themed “Peaceful Waters”, both running between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Later in the day, participants will converge at different venues for diverse sessions, including “Building the Future Firm” at the ICC Main Hall and “Rethinking Political Questions” at the ICC Multipurpose Hall. Other engaging topics on the agenda include “Value vs. Money”, “Catch Them Young”, “Relitigating Alternative Dispute Resolution in Nigeria”, “Effective Workplace Compensation”, and sector-focused discussions on the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 as well as “Expounding Sports & Entertainment Law.”
On Wednesday, 27th August, the conference will resume at the ICC Main Hall with a forward-looking plenary themed “Nigerian Bar Association: A Peep into the Future” from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Delegates will then have the opportunity to attend simultaneous sessions across various halls from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. These will include UNICEF’s special session on “Ending Child Detention: The Role of the NBA in Advancing Justice and Reintegration”, and “Breaking the Chains of Exclusion” at the ICC Multipurpose Hall. Conversations will also extend to topical issues such as “Navigating Data Privacy Obligations in a Digital Economy,” “Access to Justice, Security & Accountability,” and “AI and Professional Misconduct: Avoiding Pitfalls in a Tech-Driven Practice.”
The Wednesday sessions will also highlight innovation and inclusion, with discussions on “Trailblazing Without Borders” and “Prosecutorial Discretion and Accountability: Striking a Balance in a Democratic Society.” A notable side event by the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) will also hold at the Friendship Centre, underscoring the role of women in shaping legal reforms and advancing justice. By providing such a broad spectrum of subjects, the conference reflects the Association’s commitment to addressing both emerging and persistent challenges in the legal profession.
With its wide range of thought-provoking topics, expert-led sessions, and parallel discussions, the 2025 NBA-AGC in Enugu promises to be an intellectually stimulating and transformative experience for conferees. The structured programme offers something for every participant — from law firm development and policy discourse to technology, human rights, and sector-specific reforms. As the legal community gathers in the Coal City, the event is set to reinforce the NBA’s reputation as a leading platform for dialogue, professional growth, and national development.
