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Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch Swears in New Executives body, as Steve Emelieze and Onyeka Obiajulu Emerge Chairman and Secretary Respectively.

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Ochili Michael


In a significant development, the Abuja Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) held a swearing-in ceremony for its new executive committee members on Monday, June 10th, 2024. The ceremony took place at the auditorium of the NBA House and was graced by the President of the NBA, Y.C Maikyau SAN, along with several other dignitaries.

The newly sworn-in executive committee members, led by Steve Emelieze, Esq as Chairman, and Onyeka Obiajulu, Esq as Secretary, took the oath of office during the ceremony. This marks an important milestone for the NBA Abuja Branch as it strives to strengthen its leadership and enhance its services to members. The association remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting the rule of law, justice, and the welfare of legal practitioners in Abuja.

The newly elected executive committee members are as follows:

                    Steve Okechukwu Emelieze,
                  Branch Chairman

                
                        Anthony Idoko, 
                  Branch Vice Chairman

            
            Onyeka Stanley Obiajulu,
                    Branch Secretary

Others includes:
4. Emmanuel Ifeanyi Utomi, Treasurer
5. Zacchaeus Akubo, Publicity Secretary
6.  June Idang Etim, Welfare Secretary
7. Musa Danladi, Financial Secretary
8. Ekene Gerald Arubaleze, Social Secretary
9. Faruk Kemiel Khamagam, Assistant Secretary

This team of legal professionals is expected to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table, enabling the Abuja Branch to better serve its members and the legal community at large. The NBA President congratulates the newly elected committee members and highlights its confidence in their abilities to lead with integrity and diligence.

As the NBA Abuja Branch embarks on this new chapter, it aims to continue its mission of upholding the principles of justice, fairness, and equality. By employing a proactive approach, the executive committee intends to address the evolving needs of legal practitioners and ensure their professional growth and well-being.

With the support of the President of the NBA and the entire legal community, the Abuja Branch is poised to make significant strides in advancing the rule of law and promoting the interests of its members. The NBA reaffirms its commitment to supporting the endeavors of the new executive committee and looks forward to witnessing their achievements in the years to come.

Congratulations to the newly sworn-in executive committee members of the NBA Abuja Branch!

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