About Us
Who We Are
The Urhobo Young Lawyers Forum (UYLF) is a vibrant platform that brings together Urhobo law students, young lawyers, and recent graduates across Nigeria and the diaspora. We are a community committed to growth, mentorship, and impact—uniting young Urhobo legal minds to prepare for excellence in law, governance, business, and public service.
We are calling on passionate young Urhobo lawyers and law students (male and female) who are interested in building a meaningful legal career and shaping the future of Urhobo land and Nigeria at large.
Whether you are drawn to litigation, corporate law, policy, human rights, tech law, entertainment law, or any other area of practice, UYLF exists to empower you, support you, and connect you with like minds and mentors who will guide your journey
Our Priorities
Mentorship & Guidance:
Connecting law students and young lawyers with senior Urhobo legal professionals across Nigeria and globally.
Community & Cultural Awareness:
Promoting Urhobo identity and values while encouraging professional and civic engagement.
Representation & Voice:
Advocating for the inclusion of young Urhobo lawyers in national conversations and legal reforms.
Our Mission
To connect, support, and empower Urhobo youth in the legal profession through mentorship, training, collaboration, and advocacy—ensuring that the next generation of Urhobo lawyers are well-prepared, well-connected, and well-positioned for leadership
Our Vision
A strong, united network of Urhobo young lawyers who are:
Leaders in every area of the legal profession,
Actively driving change within and beyond Urhobo communities,
Upholding justice, integrity, and excellence, and
Building bridges between law, culture, and development.
Meet our founder
Princess Barr. Omeyoma Eshemitan
Princess Barr. Omeyoma “Yoma” Eshemitan is a Nigerian lawyer, environmental advocate, and entrepreneur. A proud princess of Oghara Kingdom, she is widely recognized for her commitment to justice, sustainability, and youth empowerment.
She is the Founder of Mitan Energy Company Limited, a company championing safe and reliable energy solutions across Nigeria. She is also the Founder of the Urhobo Young Lawyers Forum (UYLF), a platform dedicated to strengthening legal awareness, mentorship, and youth leadership within the Urhobo nation. In addition, she established Cleanpick Green Nigeria, an initiative promoting recycling, waste management, and climate education at the grassroots level.Yoma currently serves as the Legal Adviser to the Youth Wing of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) and sits on the NBA-YLF Energy & Sustainability Committee, where she contributes to national discussions on environmental justice and sustainable development.
Gallery from the Lunch
On this day the Legal Adviser of the UPU youthwing worldwide Princess Barr. Omeyoma Eshemitan Lunched UYLF. With the support of UPU (Urhobo Progress Union), Mitan Energy Company Limited , The Queen of Oghara kingdom, The chiefs of Oghara and Urhobo young lawyers, the chiefs had the honor and privilege to launch the first ever Urhobo young lawyer’s forum to accommodate and unite all vibrant, youthful lawyers of Urhobo indigene worldwide for the defense of urhobo territories and the development of Urhobo young lawyers professionally live at Oghara kingdom within the Ethiope west local government of Delta state.
We thank everyone who supported and showed up for us!!!
Urhobo now has a united legal defense!!!
An Urhobo youth lawyer worldwide now has a home.
UYLF – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Yes. UYLF operates as a non-profit platform focused on community service and legal empowerment.
You can join our volunteer network by filling the membership or volunteer form on the website. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation.
We host legal awareness events, empowerment workshops, helpline support services, mentorship programs, and community outreach.
Simply contact us through the “Partner With Us” page. We welcome collaborations in advocacy, youth development, and legal outreach. outreach.