Delivering the keynote address at the upcoming 2024 NBA Annual General Conference will be none other than Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, as confirmed by the President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Yakubu Maikyau (SAN).
Given her remarkable accomplishments both locally and internationally, Okonjo-Iweala was a natural choice for this prestigious role, according to Maikayu.
Maikayu highlighted that the focus of Okonjo-Iweala’s address will be on guiding legal professionals on how they can play a pivotal role in the process of national reconstruction.
He stressed the importance of lawyers recognizing and embracing their fundamental contribution to driving national progress.
Maikayu shared these insights during the unveiling event held in Abuja last Thursday, where the conference logo and theme were officially introduced.
In his remarks, he underscored the need for a change in the mindset and approach of legal practitioners towards their work.
Reflecting on the current state of affairs in Nigeria, Maikayu pondered on the country’s vast potential that is yet to be fully realized.
He pointed out the abundant natural and human resources in the country, juxtaposing it with the prevailing challenges faced, urging for a reevaluation of the national ethos.
By selecting Dr. Okonjo-Iweala as the keynote speaker, Maikayu extolled her as a beacon of inspiration and an exemplar of Nigerian excellence.
According to NewsNow, the theme of the conference, “Pressing Forward: A National Posture For Rebuilding Nigeria”, sets the stage for discussions and deliberations during the event scheduled to take place in Lagos from August 23 to 30, 2024.