NBA Honors Folake Solanke on Her 94th Birthday
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) commemorated the 94th birthday of Folake Solanke, the first female Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), on a Sunday. In a statement signed by the NBA President, Afam Osigwe, Solanke was described as an icon of the legal profession and a trailblazer whose life has redefined excellence in the bar association.
The NBA noted that her elevation to the inner bar was not merely a personal milestone but a historical breakthrough that opened doors and shattered barriers for women in the legal profession. Solanke's courage, brilliance, and unwavering commitment to justice have etched her name permanently in Nigeria's legal history.
The NBA emphasized that her life stands as a testament to resilience and purpose, continuing to inspire lawyers, particularly women, and marking an extraordinary milestone in her impactful legacy and leadership journey.
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