Okey Leo Ohagba, Esq. has extended warm felicitations to the Young Lawyers’ Forum of the (NBA), Port Harcourt Branch, on the occasion of its 2026 Summit holding on March 27 at the in . In a goodwill message, Ohagba commended the Smart Okpara-led executive committee, the Summit Planning Committee, and members of the forum for organizing what he described as a significant gathering of young legal professionals.
He noted that the summit theme, “Beyond Borders: Empowering the Next Generation in an Age of Disruption & Innovation,” reflects the urgent need for young lawyers to embrace adaptability and innovation in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. Ohagba further praised the forum’s consistent commitment to professional development and the advancement of young practitioners, while expressing optimism that the summit would deliver impactful outcomes for participants.
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NBA YOUNG LAWYERS’ FORUM (NBA-YLF), PORT HARCOURT BRANCH SUMMIT 2026.
A NOTE OF FELICITATION
– OKEY LEO OHAGBA
I write to extend my warmest note of felicitation to the Smart Okpara led EXCO, the Summit Planning Committee and the entire young lawyers of our own NBA Port-Harcourt Branch, on this momentous occasion of your Summit holding today, March 27, 2026, at the Justice Mary Odili Judicial Institute, Port Harcourt.
This year’s Summit theme, “Beyond Borders: Empowering the Next Generation in an Age of Disruption & Innovation,” is both timely and forward-looking, as it highlights the need for young lawyers to adapt, innovate, to thrive in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.
I commend the leadership and members of the Young Lawyers’ Forum of NBA Port Harcourt for their ceaseless commitment to professional development, innovation, and the advancement of young lawyers.
Here’s wishing all participants a truly rewarding and impactful Summit.
LET’S INNOVATE!
With compliments,
Okey Leo Ohagba, Esq.
Past National Officer, NBA.
