The Nigerian Maritime Law Association has elected a new Executive Committee, with Senior Advocate of Nigeria Mike Igbokwe emerging as President.
This is confirmed in a statement on Monday by the association.
The meeting was held at the association’s headquarters and brought together members from across the country.
The NMLA is an affiliate of the Comité Maritime International, a global body promoting the development and unification of maritime law.
Mr Mike Igbokwe was elected President, while Prof. Adewale Adedamola Olawoyin became First Vice President and Dr Emeka Akabogu became Second Vice President.
Mrs Nneka Obianyor was elected Honorary Secretary, while Mr Nonso Azih was chosen as Assistant Secretary of the association.
Chief Omolola Ikwuagwu was elected Treasurer, and Ms Kashimana Tsumba assumed the role of Financial Secretary.
Mrs Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle was elected Publicity Secretary during the meeting.
The association congratulated the new officers and expressed confidence in their capacity to lead effectively.
Members commended the team’s experience and commitment to advancing maritime law in the country.
The new Executive Committee would promote the development, unification, and effective administration of maritime law.
The association urged all stakeholders to support the new leadership in achieving greater progress in maritime legal practice.
