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  The Otuokaiwu President, Chidi Udekwe has issued a press Statement to mark this year's worker's day celebration and coincidentally, the beginning of the month of may. In his statement titled: NEW MONTH AND WORKERS DAY CELEBRATION MESSAGE; The president stated as follows; Hard work spotlights the character of people and the Igbo spirit of hard work and perseverance topped by achievements is what makes me so proud to be leading an Association where we are willing to support each other in the spirit of "Onye Aghana Nwanneye"  The "igba 'boyi" concept, which will soon be fully activated, is what makes the Igbo Nation great and remarkable in celebrating the workers' day.  As we celebrate Workers Day today, I want to express my appreciation for each and every one of you who have engaged our young lawyers and given them a condusive environment to work.  Please, keep up the great work as we’re headed for a fantastic rise

Legal Diary News: Otu Oka-iwu Abuja Condemns Harassment of Member in Federal High Court Premises A video circulating on social media platforms shows Maxwell being harassed and assaulted while addressing the press after a court session. According to information available to the Otu Oka-iwu, Maxwell represents the defendants in a matter where Mr. Jesam Michael Ubi is the nominal complainant and a witness. After the court session, Mr. Jesam addressed the press, and the defendants' legal team was invited to provide a balanced report. However, sympathizers of Mr. Jesam mobilized and surrounded Maxwell, hijacking his interview and leading to the harassment and assault seen in the video. The Otu Oka-iwu Abuja has taken a strong stance against this incident, emphasizing that lawyers should not be subjected to such treatment while carrying out their professional duties, especially within the court premises. The organization calls for Mr. Jesam to be cited for contempt of court.