The Governing Council of the Nigerian Bar Association Young Lawyers Forum (NBA-YLF) has appointed Barr. Fortune Toma, a legislative aide to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, as the Chairman of its 34-member Energy and Sustainability Committee.
Toma is also a prominent energy policy practitioner.
In a statement signed by the Publicity Secretary of the NBA-YLF, Gabriel Olabode Agboola, the Council congratulated the members and expressed confidence in the ability of its members to contribute meaningfully to the set goals and targets of the Committee with regard to the broader goals and aspirations of the forum.
The appointment notice, jointly signed by the Council’s chair, Timothy Clement, and the secretary, Etaba Agbor, read as follows:
It read, “In line with our vision to drive impactful initiatives for the growth and development of young lawyers across Nigeria, the Governing Council of the Young Lawyers Forum (YLF) is pleased to announce the constitution and composition of committees to ensure the smooth implementation of our roadmap.
“These committees are designed to address critical areas affecting young lawyers and provide platforms for active participation, innovative solutions, and professional growth.”
Reacting to his appointment, Toma expressed appreciation to the Council for reposing their confidence in him and other committee members to take on the enormous responsibility and for having faith in their ability to deliver on the mandate of the forum.
He assured the Council of the Committee’s commitment to driving impactful initiatives for young lawyers in the industry by leveraging partnerships and collaborations with relevant government and private sector stakeholders/organisations aimed at fostering the professional growth of young lawyers within the larger energy and sustainability sectors.
The development underscores the Council’s commitment to advancing the vision and objectives of the YLF while promoting inclusivity and active participation among its members.
Some of the members of the committee include Prince Okpowhor, Desmond Adams (Secretary), Ogundipe James, Chisoma Jonathan, Anele Abuchi, Nuka Dimkpa, Frank Orlukwu, George Otto, Atika Abdullahi Idris, Adeyemi Bolanle, Patrick Ogbuehi, Handsome Kinikanwo, Delight Nyenke, Kingsley Nwabuko, and Imaoda Oyaghiri.
Other members are Obinna Ejindu, Atiku M. Jafar, Isaac Alekhue, Omotayo Jimoh, Zion Odinaka, Princess Omeyoma Eshemitan, Fortune Ihator, Adam Muhammed Bashir, Sadiq Salen, Nafi’u Umar, Henry Elechi, Louis-Kingsley Chidioaze Rain, Nwanano I. Eric, Precious Ogboro, Monica Morenike Umacha, Jimoh Olayinka, and Grace Ihunwo.
The appointments are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of young legal professionals across Nigeria.
