Following a private session with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, emphasized her dedication to reconciling the legal community. With her official inauguration set for late August, she is actively engaging with stakeholders to resolve internal disagreements and address grievances stemming from the latest election cycle.
Badejo-Okusanya noted that her forthcoming tenure will focus on fostering inclusion, stability, and institutional strength. She explicitly stated her intent to organize the association and mend fractured relationships among its members.
During their conversation, President Tinubu offered his congratulations on her historic win. The pair also analyzed the complexities surrounding electronic voting and the integration of technology in elections. They explored potential reforms to enhance the integrity and effectiveness of the association’s voting systems. As the first woman to lead the organization, Badejo-Okusanya remains committed to these improvements as she prepares to take office.
