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ABUJA – Women in Business and Politics has described the election of Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, FCIArb (UK), as President-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) as a significant advancement for women’s leadership and a positive development for Nigeria’s legal and governance landscape.

In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Hassie Oyama, the organisation congratulated the senior legal practitioner on her historic victory, saying her emergence demonstrates the confidence of members of the Nigerian Bar Association in her capacity, professional competence and commitment to advancing the legal profession.

The group noted that Badejo-Okusanya’s election sends a strong message about the growing role of women in leadership across Nigeria’s professional institutions, adding that it reinforces the importance of merit, integrity and excellence in building stronger organisations.

According to the statement, the President-Elect, in her acceptance address, thanked members of the Association for the confidence reposed in her and pledged to build “A Bolder Bar That Works for Everyone.” She promised to lead with integrity, courage, humility, fairness and accountability while calling on members to embrace unity as the Association begins a new chapter.

Women in Business and Politics commended her inclusive vision, describing it as a leadership approach capable of strengthening confidence in the Nigerian Bar Association and promoting greater collaboration among legal practitioners.

The organisation said Badejo-Okusanya’s emergence is particularly inspiring for women in business, law, governance and entrepreneurship, as it demonstrates that competence, resilience and visionary leadership remain essential ingredients for attaining positions of influence.

It further stated that increasing women’s participation in leadership across professional and public institutions contributes to stronger governance, institutional development and sustainable national progress.

“As a platform dedicated to promoting and celebrating women making outstanding contributions across business, governance, law, entrepreneurship and public service, we believe this election represents another important milestone in expanding opportunities for women to shape the future of Nigeria’s institutions,” the statement said.

The group expressed confidence that under Badejo-Okusanya’s leadership, the Nigerian Bar Association would continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, justice and ethical service while creating an environment that supports the growth and success of legal practitioners across the country.

Women in Business and Politics concluded by congratulating the President-Elect on her achievement and wished her a successful, impactful and distinguished tenure, praying that she would be granted wisdom, strength and grace as she prepares to lead one of Nigeria’s foremost professional associations.