Nigerian Lawyers Association Annual Merit Award Dinner 2006

Nigerian Lawyers Association Annual Merit Award Dinner 2006 at the Crowne Plaza, New York

New York, New York: : The Nigerian Lawyers Association (“NLA”) recently held its annual Merit Award Dinner at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Times Square in New York City. The 2006 NLA Merit Award was presented to Professor Ibrahim Agboola Gambari, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, distinguished scholar and highly influential and respected diplomat. The Honorable George Bundy Smith, Associate Judge of the New York Court of Appeals, delivered the keynote address at the occasion. Our staff was there to bring you exclusive photo-coverage. President: Association President, Placid Aguwa, Esq., speaks at the event Detailed Photo Coverage Below		Professor Gambari receives the NLA Merit Award HOW IT HAPPENED: The event commenced in earnest with a cocktail hour during which members of the Nigerian Lawyers Association mingled with guests and distinguished personalities from all facets of life - attending from Nigeria to England, and from many parts of the United states. After the cocktail, attendees proceeded to the hall for the main events. NLA Secretary, Yomi Ajaiyeoba, Esq., supported, by the Indoda Entsha Percussion Ensemble gave a unique cultural rendition of the National Anthem. Incumbent President, Placid Aguwa, Esq., delivered the opening remarks. Dinner was served. Keynote speech was given by Honorable Debra A. James , Judge of the New York County before Honorable George Bundy Smith, Associate Judge of the New York Court of Appeals delivered the keynote address calling for more black Judges at the Bench. Shamsey Oloko , Esq., introduced the Merit Award recipient, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs. Special remarks was made by Chief Bayo Ojo, Attorney General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Francis Ononaji, Esq., gave an eloquent vote of thanks before the hall was declared open for free all-night-dancing which continued for several hours.
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Award recipient, Professor Gambari gives his acceptance speech. Chief Bayo Ojo, Attorney General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria speaking at the event. Keynote Address: Judge Bundy Smith delivers the keynote address Hon. (Judge) Debra A. James Shamsey Oloko introduces the Professor Gambari Thanks: Francis Ononaji gives the vote of thanks Motherly address: Former council member, Una Clarke. Our own Felix Nnorom with Professor Gambari at the event Mrs. Benson with company at the event NLA officials - Yomi Ajaiyeoba and Beatrice Hamza Ihenji Ugenyi and junior Wuyi Ogunyinka at the event Ugoeze - all smiles at the event A lawyerly pose Ndidi Oriji at the event Mother and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Bundy Smith Some guests at the event Ladies at the gate DJ on board We can cover and publish your event regardless of which part of the world it happened. CONTACT US NOW: BACK TO TOP	Elegant ladies: Beatrice Hamza with other elegant ladies during the cocktail hour Past and Present officials, L-R: Oliver Mbamara, Ben Okeke, Mrs. Okeke, and Placid Aguwa Traditional Presence: Yomi and relatives in a traditionally suited group picture Traditional Fashion: Julie Van-Lare and friends in a traditionally suited pose Anthem: Professor Gambari, Chief Bayo Ojo - Nigeria's Attorney General, and others stand in honor of the national anthem Ms. Benson and other also honor the anthem This Is How We Do it: Prof Gambari opens the dance floor. Boogie Down: Ifeoma leads the "boogie-down" showcase Dancing time More dancing time More dancing time More dancing time And more dancing time A crowded dance hall Cultural Performance: Indoda Entsha Percussion Ensemble performs L-R: Jumoke Gambari, Oliver Mbamara, Francis Ononaji, and Phillip Akakwam at the event More past and present officials: L-R: Tinu Awe, Ifeoma Okeke, and Placid Aguwa Traditional gentlemen Victor Okeke and friends A cross section of attendees Cocktail hour Prof. Gambari with event masters of ceremonies, Temi Afuya and Yomi Ajaiyeoba You can also place your upcoming events at our NOTICE BOARD FOR FREE NOW Or submit your materials to be featured on this site for free now. CONTACT US NOW to take advantage of our free coverage while it lasts.