By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter
THE NEWLY first elected and second female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo Okusanya (SAN), has been congratulated by President Bola Tinubu on her historic election, describing her emergence as a watershed in the legal profession and a triumph for merit, excellence and gender inclusion.
JKNewsMedia.com reports that the President said Mrs Badejo Okusanya’s career, marked by integrity, professionalism and commitment to justice, had earned her the confidence of her colleagues across the country.
He said her election reflected the growing recognition of women’s invaluable contributions to nation building and the administration of justice.
He also expressed confidence that her leadership would further strengthen the legal profession by upholding the rule of law and promoting reforms that enhance access to justice for all Nigerians.
A statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, on July 21, 2026, notes that President Tinubu urged the new NBA President to collaborate with all stakeholders to advance judicial reforms, protect the sanctity of the Constitution and sustain the legal profession’s role as a vital pillar of a democratic society.
He wished her a successful tenure and assured her of his administration’s continued commitment to working with the Nigerian Bar Association to deepen democratic governance, promote justice and build a more prosperous and united Nigeria.
“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.
“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 said.
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