By Johnbosco Agbakwuru
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated 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 emergence as a watershed in the legal profession and a triumph for merit, excellence, and gender inclusion.
The President also urged her to reach out to the other contestants, unify the bar, and make efforts to correct issues that arose during her election.
President Tinubu noted that Mrs Badejo-Okusanya’s remarkable career, distinguished by integrity, professionalism, and commitment to justice, has earned her the confidence of her colleagues across the country.
He affirmed that Mrs Badejo-Okusanya’s emergence reflects the growing recognition of women’s invaluable 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 enhance access to justice for all Nigerians.
