Renowned Nigerian human rights lawyer and lead counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has been nominated for the Law Personality of the Year 2026 award.
The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on June 28 in Lagos State.
The honour is being conferred on him by the Organising Committee of the Eminent Man of the Year Awards & Fashion Show in recognition of his outstanding performance and contributions to legal practice.
In a statement issued by Ejiofor on Wednesday titled “Midweek Musing: Nomination , Law Personality of the Year 2026,” he described the honour as a recognition of his distinguished and unwavering commitment to the rule of law and the pursuit of justice in the country.
He stated:“As clearly indicated in their official letter of nomination, this honour is conferred in recognition of my distinction at the Bar, unwavering professional integrity, and notable contributions to the advancement of justice, the rule of law, and the growth of legal practice in Nigeria.”
According to Ejiofor, the nomination is both humbling and inspiring, and serves as a renewed call to greater service and deeper commitment to the noble ideals that define the legal profession.
Ejiofor, who holds the traditional title Dunu-Ezeugosinachi, further said: “It is with a heart profoundly filled with gratitude and quiet joy that I respectfully notify my friends, admirers, Ezigbo Umuchineke, colleagues at the Bar, and my esteemed supporters of yet another humbling and superlative recognition.
“I am pleased to announce that the Organising Committee of the Eminent Man of the Year Awards & Fashion Show 2026 has formally nominated me for the prestigious honour of Law Personality of the Year 2026.
“June will soon be upon us, and preparations have already commenced. I therefore invite friends, associates, and well-wishers to begin getting ready, as all roads shall lead to Lagos on that special day for what promises to be a memorable and celebratory occasion.
“Indeed, it can only be the grace of God. Without your unwavering encouragement, goodwill, and steadfast support, this recognition would not have been possible.
“I remain profoundly grateful to you all for your continued support as we prepare to storm Lagos in grand style. Kindly take this as sufficient notice. We continue to move forward.”
