Technology experts and legal professionals in Nigeria have stressed the need to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered solutions to improve the country’s legal sector.
This position was shared at a headshot event held this saturday, at the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Central Business District, Abuja. The event focused on the future of legal practice in Africa and the opportunities AI presents, while also offering professional headshots to over 110 young talents to help them begin their careers with confidence.
Agbo Obinnaya, Chief Executive Officer of Case Radar AI, described the Nigerian legal system’s challenges as being more than just court delays. According to him, many people struggle with access to legal services.
“When you can afford a lawyer, you’re protected. When you can’t, you’re vulnerable,” he said. “We’re building a world where everyone can connect with lawyers, access all kinds of legal documents, and know their rights and the law. That’s Case Radar.”
Mr Obinnaya also explained the wider purpose of the event. “This event was born out of a simple yet powerful idea: that young professionals, creatives, and founders in Africa deserve more—more visibility, more access, more opportunities,” he said. “And sometimes, that journey begins with something as basic — but as powerful — as a professional headshot. A single image that says you belong in the room.”
He added that the sessions at the event included discussions on career development, legal innovation, and personal branding. “Because we want you not just to look the part, but to play the part and own the future,” he said.
Participants also shared their experiences. Nafisat Busari, a final-year law student at the University of Abuja, said the event helped her understand how to present herself in a professional setting.
“From the event, I learnt personal branding is not about posting everything, it’s about giving valuable contents out — contents that fit your profile,” she said. “Positioning oneself as a person of value, being original without lies and the ability to communicate effectively.”
Alhassan Aisha, a recent graduate of the Nigerian Law School, said the event highlighted the relevance of AI in daily work life. “As young professionals, one thing we have to accept is that AI is here to stay,” she said. “I learnt so much from it, tiny details we miss in CVs, how to give an elevator pitch, how to network and how to build a brand.”
