Obasanjo, Julius Malema, 20,000 Lawyers Storm Enugu for 2025 NBA Conference
Enugu, Enugu State —Enugu, the capital of the old Eastern Region, is a beehive of activities as former President Olusegun Obasanjo, firebrand South African politician Julius Malema, and over 20,000 lawyers converge for the 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC) of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), which formally opens on Sunday.
Jungle-Journalist.Com reports that earlier on Saturday, NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe led thousands of lawyers in a health walk across major roads in the capital city as more lawyers and guests continued to pour into the historic city.
The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, assured participants of a memorable experience, noting that Governor Peter Mbah had long prepared the state for large events like the NBA’s AGC.
Speaking to newsmen, Osigwe said the city was a befitting venue for the theme of the conference, “Stand Out, Stand Tall.”
*”Enugu is the capital of the South East region and also the home of hospitality, beauty, and peace. That was why we chose Enugu State to host our conference after moving from Port Harcourt.
“We are here in Enugu to enjoy the best that the people have to offer and also have a conversation about building Nigeria and making it an economic giant in Africa. Enugu is set, we are so excited.
“Our keynote speaker, Julius Malema, is on the ground in Lagos and will touch down here tomorrow (Sunday). Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, the former president who will chair the opening ceremony, will also be on the ground tomorrow,”* he stated.
Also speaking, Prof. Onyia highlighted recent infrastructure projects, including Enugu Air, 100 CNG buses, modern transport terminals, and the revamped Hotel Presidential, as part of the state’s readiness for global events.
Participants who spoke to Jungle-Journalist.Com praised the city’s hospitality, cleanliness, and improved transportation network, describing Enugu as a destination worth returning to.