By Amina Ojelabi
The Nigerian Maritime Law Association (NMLA), an affiliate of the Comité Maritime International (CMI), has elected a new Executive Committee to lead the Association for the next term. The election took place during its 16th Annual General Meeting held on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
The newly constituted Executive Committee is expected to drive the Association’s mandate of strengthening maritime law and advancing legal practice within Nigeria’s maritime sector. The elected officers are:
• President: Mr. Mike Igbokwe, SAN, FCArb, FBR
• 1st Vice President: Prof. Adewale Adedamola Olawoyin, SAN, FCIArb
• 2nd Vice President: Dr. Emeka Akabogu, SAN
• Honorary Secretary: Mrs. Nneka Obianyor, FCArb
• Assistant Secretary: Mr. ’Nonso Azih
• Treasurer: Chief Omolola Ikwuagwu, FCIArb
• Financial Secretary: Ms. Kashimana Tsumba
• Publicity Secretary: Mrs. Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle
The Association congratulated the newly elected officers, expressing confidence in their capability to steer the NMLA toward enhanced professionalism and greater impact in maritime law development.
About NMLA
The Nigerian Maritime Law Association is the national affiliate of the CMI and is dedicated to the unification, improvement, and effective administration of maritime law in Nigeria.
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Nigerian Maritime Law Association (NMLA)
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