Lagos, Nigeria — As the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch hosts its 2025 Law Conference themed “Reimagining the Practice of Law: Ethics, Innovation, and the Future of Legal Services”, a renowned legal practitioner and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has commended the Branch for its continued leadership and influence within the legal profession.
In a goodwill message delivered to the Premier Bar, Badejo-Okusanya described the Lagos Branch as the largest and most impactful arm of the NBA, known for setting the pace in policy development, discourse, and innovation across the profession.
She noted that this year’s theme was both timely and visionary, reflecting a clear understanding of the shifts required in modern legal practice. “The focus on ethics and innovation reflects a deep understanding that the future of our profession must be rooted in integrity while embracing the transformative tools and ideas that will redefine how legal services are delivered,” she stated.
Describing herself as a proud and longstanding active member of the Lagos Branch, Badejo-Okusanya applauded the leadership and planning committee for curating a forward-thinking conference that aligns with global trends and client expectations in a rapidly evolving legal environment.
She expressed optimism that the conference—formerly known as Law Week—would inspire thoughtful engagement, encourage collaboration, and chart a bold and inclusive course for the legal profession in Nigeria and beyond.
“I commend the leadership, planning committee, and entire membership of the NBA Lagos Branch for your unwavering commitment to excellence and for creating a platform that inspires reflection, innovation, and professional collaboration,” she concluded.
The 2025 NBA Lagos Law Conference continues the branch’s legacy of excellence, convening key stakeholders, senior legal minds, and young practitioners to envision and shape the future of legal practice in Nigeria.
