Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has pledged his full support for the eagerly awaited 2025 Nigerian Bar Association Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) Annual Conference.
Governor Eno gave the assurance on Wednesday at the Government House, Uyo, during a breakfast meeting with a high-level NBA-SPIDEL delegation led by the Chairman, Prof. Paul Ananaba, SAN.
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The SPIDEL delegation was in Uyo to brief the Governor on preparations for the forthcoming SPIDEL 2025 Annual Conference, scheduled to hold in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, from December 1 to December 5, 2025.
Governor Eno noted that the state is developing world-class tourism and conference infrastructure capable of hosting major national and international events, including future NBA All-Star Games and other major events.
He disclosed that ongoing landmark projects such as the 5,000-capacity International Convention Centre, the ARISE Resort, and major upgrades at the Ibom Hotels and Golf Resort are designed to position Akwa Ibom as a preferred destination for conferences, leisure, and investment.
“We are building facilities that meet global standards so that Akwa Ibom can continue to attract major events and visitors. We thank the NBA–SPIDEL for this choice, which aligns with our efforts under the ARISE Agenda to promote tourism, investment, and intellectual collaboration,”
— Governor Umo Eno
Governor Eno expressed appreciation to SPIDEL for choosing Uyo as the host city for this year’s annual conference, assuring that his administration will fully support the successful hosting of the 2025 conference.
In his remarks, Prof. Paul Ananaba, SAN, Chairman of NBA-SPIDEL, commended the Governor for his developmental strides and the sustainable growth recorded in Akwa Ibom over the years, describing the state as “one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing destinations”.
The Chairperson of the Conference Planning Committee (CPC), Associate Professor Uju Agomoh, described the upcoming conference as a platform for national transformation, noting that:
“This year’s conference will bring together thought leaders and change agents who are passionate about advancing governance, rule of law, and public interest advocacy in Nigeria.”
Also speaking, Chief Assam Assam, SAN, former Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Akwa Ibom State, and Chairman of the Fundraising, Sponsorship, and Partnerships Subcommittee, appreciated the Governor for his support, adding that the conference is a major opportunity to showcase Akwa Ibom’s progress, hospitality, and serene environment.
Other members of the CPC and Local Organizing Committee (LOC) at the meeting included Mr Okey Leo Ohagba, SPIDEL Secretary; Mr Paul Babatunde Daudu, SAN, CPC Alternate Chair; Mr Enome Amatey, CPC Secretary; Mr Ejike Ezenwa, SAN; Mr Godswill Umoh, LOC Chairman; Mr Assam Assam, Jnr, LOC Secretary; and Ms Blessing Udofa-Poromon, NBA Treasurer and a member of the CPC/LOC.
The Governor’s delegation comprised Prince Enobong Uwah, Secretary to the State Government; Aniefiok Johnson, Executive Assistant/Chief Delivery Advisor; Uko Udom, SAN, Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice; Rt. Hon. Frank Archibong, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs; Prof. Eno Ibanga, Commissioner for Works and Fire Service; Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, Commissioner for Information; and Engr. Uwem Okoko, Managing Director/CEO of Hensek Integrated Services.
The 2025 NBA-SPIDEL Annual Conference promises a rich and engaging programme of plenary sessions, interactive workshops, exhibitions, networking opportunities, and cultural showcases — all designed to foster dialogue, strengthen accountability, and advance justice-driven development in Nigeria.
The conference is open to members of the Bar, civil society organisations, academia, public institutions, and development partners.
To register, visit www.nbaspidel.ng.
Signed:
Associate Professor Uju Agomoh
Chairperson, Conference Planning Committee (CPC)
2025 NBA-SPIDEL Annual Conference
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