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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu warmly celebrates Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the first elected and second female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing her achievement as a watershed moment in the legal profession and a triumph for merit, excellence and gender inclusion.
President Tinubu notes that Ms. Badejo-Okusanya’s remarkable career, characterized by integrity, professionalism and commitment to justice, has earned her the trust of her colleagues across the country.
It says the emergence of Mrs Badejo-Okusanya reflects the growing recognition of women’s valuable contributions to nation-building and the administration of justice, and expresses confidence that her leadership will further strengthen the legal profession by upholding the rule of law and promoting reforms that improve access to justice for all Nigerians.
President Tinubu urges the new NBA President to work with all stakeholders to advance judicial reforms, protect the sanctity of the Constitution and uphold the role of the legal profession as a vital pillar of a democratic society.
The President wishes her a successful tenure and assures her of his administration’s continued commitment to working with the Nigerian Bar Association to strengthen democratic governance, promote justice and build a more prosperous and united Nigeria.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the President-elect of the NBA on his victory. As the first woman elected President of the Nigeria Bar Association, Mrs. Badejo-Okusanya has made history. She has proven once again that our women can reach any level in the pursuit of excellence in their careers and ambitions, whether in the private sector or public service.
“I urge you to reach out to other contestants, unify the bar, and make efforts to correct the problems that arose during your election.
“I wish you a successful tenure and service to the legal profession and our country at large,” the President said.
*Bayo Onanuga
Special Advisor to the President
(Information and strategy).
