Tinubu Congratulates Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya as NBA President

President Bola Tinubu congratulated Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya on her election as the first female president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). In a statement issued on Tuesday, Tinubu described her election as a historic milestone for the legal profession, highlighting the significance of gender inclusivity.

He expressed confidence that her leadership would strengthen the legal profession and promote the rule of law in Nigeria. Tinubu urged the new NBA president to collaborate with stakeholders in the justice sector to advocate for judicial reforms and uphold the constitution.

Badejo-Okusanya emerged victorious in the NBA's 2026 presidential election, receiving 12,317 votes, which accounted for 47.18% of the total votes cast. She defeated Lateef Akangbade, who received 7,934 votes, and Aar Olumuyiwa Akinboro, who garnered 5,855 votes.

Following her victory, she pledged to unite the legal profession and focus on the welfare of lawyers across the country.