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MAZI AFAM OSIGWE, SAN, DELIVERS THE KEYNOTE SPEECH AT THE GABRIEL ADIKWU & CO ANNUAL LECTURE.

Published

10 months ago

July 8, 2023

Stella Charles Akupue

At the memorable event held today in Yola, Adamawa State, Afam Osigwe (SAN) gave the Keynote Speech on the topic:

LAWYERS AND THE LAW IN A DEMOCRATIC DISPENSATION: NIGERIA’S EXPERIENCE FROM 1999–2023: LESSONS LEARNED, CHALLENGES, AND OPPORTUNITIES.

During his address, the learned silk spoke to members of our noble profession about the lessons, challenges, and prospects of the democratic experience in Nigeria and the critical role lawyers play in consolidating our democratic gains.

He posited that the experience of lawyers and the law in Nigeria’s democratic dispensation from 1999 to 2023 has been both challenging and enlightening.

The Lessons learned underscore the importance of an independent judiciary and the role of lawyers in advancing human rights. However, significant challenges persist, such as corruption and limited access to justice.

Despite all these, lawyers have opportunities to contribute to positive change through active engagement in the ongoing constitutional reform process and embracing technological advancements.

By addressing these challenges and seizing these opportunities, Nigerian lawyers can continue to play a crucial role in fostering a just and democratic society.

He expressed his gratitude to Mr Gabriel Adikwu and his team members for finding him worthy of being the keynote speaker on this very essential topic that allowed us to discuss issues around the growth and development of Nigeria and its critical role. Lawyers play in that regard.