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Badejo-Okusanya Inaugurated as 33rd President of Nigerian Bar Association

From The Punch · () English

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  • Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya has been inaugurated as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
  • The ceremony took place in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where she was sworn in by her predecessor, Afam Osigwe, SAN.
  • Badejo-Okusanya's inauguration marks the commencement of her tenure leading the prominent legal professional body.

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya officially assumed leadership as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) during a formal ceremony held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The inauguration saw Badejo-Okusanya take the oath of office, administered by her predecessor, Afam Osigwe, SAN. The event was attended by a distinguished gathering of senior members of the Bar and Bench, along with other notable dignitaries, underscoring the significance of the transition.

In his farewell remarks, Osigwe formally handed over the mantle of leadership to Badejo-Okusanya, presenting her with a handover note. He expressed his readiness to transition, stating, โ€œThis is your handover note. A more comprehensive one will be given to you later. I hereby now out.โ€ This gesture marked the official commencement of Badejo-Okusanyaโ€™s tenure as the head of the NBA.

Badejo-Okusanya's inauguration signifies the beginning of a new chapter for the Nigerian Bar Association, as she steps into the role of president. Further details regarding her administration and priorities are expected to emerge as her tenure progresses.

This is your handover note. A more comprehensive one will be given to you later. I hereby now out.

โ€” Afam OsigweOutgoing NBA President, Afam Osigwe, handing over to his successor, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya.
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