The NBA Ikeja Branch’s newly elected executives led by the Chairman-elect, Adeniyi Quadri, Esq., have been making significant strides in their visitation rounds, gathering invaluable insights from senior members of the bar. Here are key takeaways from these engagements:
1. Olumide Fusika, SAN
Mr. Fusika emphasized the need for reforms in the Sheriffs Section, advocating for improved management of the execution of judgments, including the seizure, storage, and auctioning of properties. He also called for automated case assignments to reduce nepotism, the appointment of an Office Administrator for continuity, and urgent reforms at the Lands Registry, where civil servants reportedly sabotage the system for personal gain.
2. Tope Adebayo, Esq.
Mr. Adebayo focused on tapping into the large pool of non-participating lawyers within the NBA Ikeja jurisdiction. He stressed the importance of creating programmes that cater to their needs and prioritizing knowledge-sharing for practice expansion. He further urged the branch to moderate its activism to avoid any negative portrayal.
3. Kemi Pinheiro, SAN
Mr. Pinheiro urged the new executives to sustain the successes of the outgoing administration and committed his support. He highlighted the need to maintain the Business Forum as a critical initiative.
4. Monday Ubani, Esq.
Mr. Ubani advised the Excos to focus on legacy projects right from their first day in office. He emphasized inclusivity, urging the team to reach out to all stakeholders.
5. LASCOPA G.M., Afolabi Solebo, Esq.
Mr. Solebo highlighted the willingness of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) to collaborate with the NBA in educating the public about consumer rights, with the incoming Excos pledging to provide the necessary platform for this initiative.
6. Prof. A.O Sanni, SAN
Prof. Sanni applauded the historical significance of the Ikeja Bar and recommended restructuring the proposed knowledge-sharing sessions to make them more engaging. He also suggested involving resource persons from the University of Lagos.
7. Dave Ajetomobi, Esq.
Mr. Ajetomobi encouraged the new executives to build on their predecessors’ achievements while ramping up community engagement, interventions, and corporate social responsibility. He recommended a focus on special needs education, specifically citing a school for children with autism in Igbobi.
8. Adegabmigbe Omole & Dare Akande
Both Mr. Omole and Mr. Akande advocated for initiatives that would immortalize Mr. Adesina Ogunlana, a past leader whose principles and legacies should be preserved.
9. Mr. Opara, SAN
Mr. Opara called for strengthening the Continuing Legal Education framework to enhance lawyers’ professional development.
10. Mr. Kaka
Mr. Kaka urged the Excos to focus on empowering young lawyers, ensuring their welfare and growth within the profession.
The visitations have set the stage for a promising tenure, with the new Excos gaining insights that could shape the future of NBA Ikeja.
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