Legal luminary and renowned human rights advocate, Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, will headline the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Owerri Branch Law Week, with a thought-provoking keynote address titled “Reshaping the Legal Practice and Justice Delivery: The Future of the Legal Practice.”
The event, set to spark transformative discussions, will take place tomorrow, Wednesday May 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the prestigious Villa Garden Hotels and Suites, New Owerri, Imo State.
The opening ceremony, chaired by the distinguished Hon. Justice Chioma Nwosu-Iheme, Ph.D, JSC, promises a vibrant morning session featuring high-profile speakers and activities.
Attendees will witness an array of engaging moments and remarks from key dignitaries such as the Attorney General of Imo State, the NBA President, and the Governor of Imo State.
The session will culminate in Prof. Odinkalu’s keynote address, followed by the presentation of the Orient Journal.
The afternoon session, kicking off at 1:00 PM, will dive into another critical topic: “The Role of the Judiciary in Promoting Economic Growth in Nigeria.” Chaired by Hon. Justice P.C. Onumajulu (Rtd Chief Judge of Imo State), the lecture will be delivered by Hon. Justice Peter Obiorah.
A powerhouse panel of discussants, including Chief Emeka Obegolu, SAN, Ph.D, Emeka Ozoani, SAN, Muyiwa Akinboro, SAN, and Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, Esq., will unpack this vital subject.
This landmark event is a must-attend for legal practitioners, policymakers, and anyone passionate about the future of justice delivery and economic growth in Nigeria. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Prof. Chidi Odinkalu and other legal giants shaping the future of our justice sector.
