President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the first elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing her emergence as a landmark achievement for the legal profession and a victory for merit, excellence and gender inclusion.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President said Badejo-Okusanya’s emergence marks a watershed moment in the history of the NBA and reflects the growing recognition of women’s contributions to nation-building and the administration of justice.
Tinubu noted that the senior advocate’s distinguished legal career, characterised by integrity, professionalism and commitment to justice, earned her the confidence and support of legal practitioners across the country.
He expressed confidence that her leadership would strengthen the legal profession by promoting the rule of law, advancing reforms and improving access to justice for all Nigerians.
The President also urged the NBA President-elect to work closely with stakeholders to advance judicial reforms, safeguard the Constitution and sustain the legal profession’s role as a pillar of Nigeria’s democracy.
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“I extend my hearty congratulations to the President-elect of the NBA for her victory. As the first elected female president of the Association of Lawyers in Nigeria, Mrs. Badejo-Okusanya has made history.
She has once again shown that our women can attain any heights in pursuit of excellence in their careers and ambitions, both in the private sector and in public service,” Tinubu said.
He further advised the incoming NBA president to foster unity within the association following the election.
“I urge you to reach out to the other contestants, unify the Bar and make efforts to correct issues that arose during your election.
“I wish you a successful tenure and service to the legal profession and our country at large,” the President added.
Tinubu also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to collaborating with the Nigerian Bar Association to deepen democratic governance, promote justice and strengthen the rule of law in the country.