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Nigerian Bar Association President Fulfils Campaign Promise; Meets with Team UNICAL: 2023 African Champions and Semi-Finalists of the Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Competition.

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Ochili Michael

In a remarkable display of commitment to his campaign promises, Mr. Yakubu Maikyau, OON, SAN, the President of the Nigerian Bar Association, warmly welcomed a delegation of accomplished law students from the University of Calabar. This meeting served as a tangible expression of President Maikyau's vision to champion the growth of young legal minds, as outlined in his campaign manifesto.
The students, Omma-Agbon Musa Zaiki, Richard Felix Uche, and Victory Akpoiroro, accompanied by their coach and staff adviser, Ms. Uruegi Anne Agi, had achieved unparalleled success in the 32nd Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition (MLMC) held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on October 5, 2023. Representing not only their university but the entirety of Africa, the team distinguished themselves as African Champions of the Competition and secured a spot as semi-finalists in the global finals.
During the meeting, President Maikyau conveyed his heartfelt congratulations to the students for their exemplary performance on the international stage. He praised their dedication, unwavering commitment, and the tenacity that led to their remarkable victory. Recognizing the importance of nurturing young and bright legal minds, President Maikyau lauded the students for serving as ambassadors not only for Nigeria but for the entire African continent. He emphasized that their accomplishments were a testament to the nation's legal prowess on a global scale.
Furthermore, President Maikyau provided valuable counsel to the young legal minds, emphasizing the importance of remaining focused and diligent in their legal pursuits. He highlighted the crucial role of young, bright lawyers who specialize in niche areas of law and encouraged the team to continue excelling.
Expressing their gratitude, the University of Calabar's triumphant team thanked President Maikyau for his unwavering support in fulfilling their campaign promise to promote legal education and champion the cause of young law students. Omma-Agbon Musa, President of the International Law Students Association, University of Calabar Chapter, presented President Maikyau with a letter expressing their gratitude and conferred upon him the honorary title of 'Grand Patron of ILSA – UCC', along with a Golden Medal.

Richard Chikeziri Felix-Uche, the Lead Agent of the winning team, provided a comprehensive overview of the competition, highlighting its significance in engaging with public international law and the laws of outer space. He explained that the MLMC, organized by the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), took place during the 74th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Baku, Azerbaijan. The MLMC is recognized as one of the most esteemed moot court competitions in space law, providing students with invaluable knowledge, experience, exposure to a professional network of international lawyers, and improved advocacy skills.


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Team UNICAL's journey in the competition was nothing short of impressive. They emerged as African Regional Champions, surpassing universities from across the continent. Advancing to the Quarter Finals, they defeated the Latin American Regional Champions, securing their place in the semi-final stage. Although they did not secure the top spot in the World Finals, Team UNICAL's achievement as semi-finalists among 77 participating teams is commendable. They were also honored with the Best Memorials for the Africa Rounds.
President Maikyau concluded the meeting by recognizing the invaluable role played by the team's coach, Anne Agi, who provided exceptional coaching and guidance. He reiterated the significance of the team's passion for space law and emphasized the growing importance of this emerging legal field. The NBA President presented gifts to the team, offering continued support and motivation for their future endeavors.
The visit by President Maikyau to meet with Team UNICAL showcased his dedication to fulfilling his campaign promises by actively supporting and encouraging young legal talents. It also underscored his commitment to promoting legal education in Nigeria, aligning with his campaign promise of legal education reform and the advancement of legal education in the country.

Under the leadership of Y. C. Maikyau, the Nigerian Bar Association remains dedicated to



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