The seminar, themed “2027 General Elections: Promoting Peace, Rule of Law and Responsible Political Leadership,” will examine the role of the legal profession and other democratic stakeholders in promoting peaceful elections, respect for the rule of law and responsible political leadership ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
The announcement was made by the branch’s Publicity Secretary, F. N. Mayaki, Esq., who described the appointment as an opportunity to bring experienced legal insight to an important national conversation on electoral integrity and democratic governance.
Mahmud Magaji, SAN, is expected to deliver the keynote address, drawing on his experience in legal practice to examine issues surrounding the conduct of elections, constitutional governance, political responsibility and the protection of democratic institutions.
The choice of theme comes as Nigeria prepares for another general election cycle, with questions surrounding electoral credibility, political conduct, security, institutional independence and public confidence in democratic processes remaining central to national discourse.
The seminar is expected to provide a platform for legal practitioners and other participants to reflect on how the rule of law can contribute to peaceful political competition, responsible leadership and the protection of citizens’ democratic rights.
Seminar details
The NBA Suleja Branch has scheduled the seminar as follows:
- Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt
- Venue: Yankees Hotel, Suleman Barau Street, Suleja, Niger State
- Theme: 2027 General Elections: Promoting Peace, Rule of Law and Responsible Political Leadership
- Keynote Speaker: Mahmud Magaji, SAN
The branch has invited members of the legal profession and other interested stakeholders to participate in the seminar and contribute to discussions on strengthening democratic governance and promoting peaceful elections.
The 2026 seminar forms part of the branch’s professional engagement with issues that extend beyond courtroom practice to the wider responsibilities of lawyers in protecting constitutional order and democratic institutions.
Signed,
F. N Mayaki, ESQ
Publicity Secretary, NBA Suleja Branch
legalLinkz will continue to follow initiatives by NBA branches and other legal institutions addressing electoral integrity, constitutional governance and the rule of law ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
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