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DR. MONDAY O. UBANI, SAN, CO-HOSTS OTU OKA-IWU ABUJA SEPTEMBER GENERAL MEETING


Otu Oka-iwu (Igbo Lawyers), Abuja, under the leadership of its President, Sir Chidi Udekwe, will hold its September General Meeting today, Friday, 25 September 2026. The meeting will be co-hosted by renowned legal practitioner and human rights advocate, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, SAN, PhD.

About Dr. Monday Ubani, SAN

Dr. Ubani is a distinguished constitutional lawyer, public-interest advocate and Principal Partner of Ubani & Co. He graduated from the University of Nigeria in 1989 and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1990. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Comparative Constitutional Law from the University of Lagos and, in July 2026, earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Law from Babcock University.

His service to the Nigerian Bar Association includes serving as Chairman of the NBA Ikeja Branch from 2012 to 2014, Second National Vice President of the NBA from 2016 to 2018, and Chairman of the NBA Section on Public Interest and Development Law from 2021 to 2023.

         Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, SAN

Dr. Ubani is widely recognised for his commitment to constitutionalism, human rights, public-interest litigation and access to justice. Through advocacy, pro bono representation and public commentary, he has remained a strong voice for the protection of citizens’ rights, accountable leadership and the advancement of the legal profession.

About Otu Oka-iwu Abuja

Otu Oka-iwu Abuja is the professional association of Igbo lawyers residing and practising in the Federal Capital Territory. Its membership comprises Senior Advocates of Nigeria, judges, magistrates, senior lawyers and young legal practitioners.

                 Sir Chidi Udekwe, KSC

Under the leadership of its President, Sir Chidi Udekwe, the association continues to promote unity, professional excellence, mentorship, cultural advancement and the welfare of its members. It also provides a platform for supporting younger lawyers and contributing to issues affecting the legal profession, Ndi Igbo and the wider Nigerian society.

Guided by its enduring philosophy, “Onye Ayana Nwanne Ya,” Otu Oka-iwu Abuja remains committed to brotherhood, mutual support and collective progress.

Meeting Details

Date: Friday, 25 September 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Venue: Hall 3, Novare Shopping Complex, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja
Map: https://share.google/tQxDtcPBh4vI5vyPR
Host: Otu Oka-iwu Abuja
Co-host: Dr. Monday O. Ubani, SAN

Members who are unable to attend physically may participate through Zoom:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9081781472?pwd=Gbpi6DdJEeI0v2liO7vbBeSZwJ3cFR.1&omn=86745328899

Meeting ID: 908 178 1472
Passcode: Otuokiwu

Members who will be unavailable are requested to forward their letters of apology to otuokiwuabuja@gmail.com.

Samuel Eyeke - Secretary .

All distinguished learned seniors and colleagues are encouraged to attend and participate actively in what promises to be an engaging and memorable meeting.

Otu Oka-Iwu!
Onye Ayana Nwanne Ya!

Michael Obinna Ochili, Esq.
Publicity Secretary
Otu Oka-iwu Abuja

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