Charting New Waters and Skies: YLF Abuja Unveils Top Experts for “Wings and Anchor” Session
Charting New Waters and Skies: YLF Abuja Unveils Top Experts for “Wings and Anchor” Session
In a profession that never stops evolving, the NBA-Young Lawyers Forum (YLF), Abuja Branch (Unity Bar) is setting a new standard for engagement and learning as it prepares for the 2025 YLF SUMMIT, scheduled for 30th October 2025 at the NBA Headquarters, Central Business District, Abuja.
Among the summit’s most anticipated sessions is “Wings and Anchor: The Business of a Lawyer in the Aviation and Maritime Sector,” a conversation designed to expand the horizon of young lawyers and explore the immense potential of these high-value, underexplored industries.
Meet the Visionaries Steering the Session
Mrs. Irene Imade Ideva – Director, Legal Services / Legal Adviser, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy
A name synonymous with maritime governance and public service excellence, Mrs. Irene Imade Ideva brings over three decades of legal experience in Nigeria’s public sector.
Currently serving as Director of Legal Services and Legal Adviser at the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, she provides strategic guidance on regulatory compliance, maritime policy, and the implementation of Nigeria’s blue economy agenda.
Her participation in this session promises young lawyers a deep dive into how legal expertise shapes Nigeria’s growing ocean economy, where sustainability meets commerce, and where lawyers can anchor their influence beyond the courtroom.
Dr. Gatta Ayodele – Senior Lecturer, Aviation Law & Visiting Faculty, African Aviation and Aerospace University
With a Ph.D in Law (Ife) and specializations that span aviation regulation, humanitarian studies, and corporate governance, Dr. Gatta Ayodele stands at the intersection of academia and practice.
A Senior Lecturer and Visiting Faculty member at the African Aviation and Aerospace University, Dr. Ayodele has carved a niche as a thought leader in aviation law and airspace governance.
At the summit, he is expected to unpack the legal frameworks that keep the aviation sector airborne regulatory compliance, liability, contracts, and the future of air law in Africa’s growing aviation market.
Beyond Courtrooms: Where Law Meets Opportunity
The “Wings and Anchor” session represents more than just a professional discussion, it’s a call to young lawyers to reimagine their practice in emerging sectors.
As Nigeria expands its focus on the Blue Economy and Aviation Innovation, legal practitioners have a chance to redefine advisory roles, participate in policymaking, and unlock business opportunities beyond traditional litigation.
The YLF Abuja Summit 2025 is not just another gathering, it’s a platform for reinvention, bridging the wisdom of experts with the ambition of young lawyers ready to lead in new frontiers.
📍 Venue: NBA Headquarters, Central Business District, FCT Abuja
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM Prompt
📅 Date: 30th October 2025
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