Sanwo-Olu Congratulates Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya As New NBA President

• Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya has been elected as the 33rd President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association.
• She is the second female president in the NBA's history, marking a significant milestone for gender parity in leadership positions.
• Badejo-Okusanya polled 12,317 votes to defeat her closest challenger, Lateef Akangbe, SAN.
• Her upcoming tenure is expected to focus on advancing justice and promoting the rule of law in Nigeria.

The election of Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya as the 33rd President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association marks a significant milestone in the history of the legal profession.

The election of Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya as the 33rd President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association marks a significant milestone in the history of the legal profession. With her emergence, Nigeria takes another step towards achieving gender parity in leadership positions. As the second female president in the NBA's history, Badejo-Okusanya's victory is a testament to her dedication and commitment to justice. Her election also reflects the growing recognition of women's contributions to the legal profession. The Nigerian Bar Association has taken a significant stride forward with this historic election.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was among the first to congratulate Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya on her election as the new NBA President-elect. In a statement, he described her emergence as a proud moment for the legal profession and an inspiration to young women aspiring to leadership positions. The governor expressed confidence that Badejo-Okusanya's upcoming tenure is expected to bring visionary leadership and advance the cause of justice in Nigeria. He also wished her a successful and impactful term in office on behalf of the Government and people of Lagos State.

Badejo-Okusanya's election as NBA President-elect has significant implications for the legal profession in Nigeria. As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (conferred September 29, 2025), she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. Her upcoming tenure is expected to focus on advancing justice and promoting the rule of law in Nigeria. Lawyers and compliance officers should take note of her election, as it may have far-reaching consequences for the legal profession in Nigeria.

Lawyers and compliance officers should note that Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya's election as the new NBA president may have implications for the legal profession in Nigeria, particularly with regards to the advancement of justice and the rule of law.

Source: Original reporting via The Punch Newspaper