The Progressive Young Lawyers Network has formally endorsed Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, as its preferred candidate for the office of President of the Nigerian Bar Association.
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The group announced the endorsement in a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, Uthman Isa Tochukwu, Esq., saying the decision followed a careful assessment of the various aspirants and their visions for the Bar.
According to the group, Badejo-Okusanya’s professional excellence, leadership record and sustained commitment to the development of young lawyers make her the right candidate to lead the NBA at this time.
“Mrs. Badejo-Okusanya has demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout her career,” the statement read.
The group noted that as a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and Senior Partner at ALP NG & Co., Badejo-Okusanya has built a strong reputation in legal practice, arbitration and professional leadership.
It also cited her role as a board member of the Lagos Court of Arbitration and her service as chairperson of the NBA 2024 Annual General Conference Planning Committee as evidence of her capacity to manage complex professional assignments.
The Progressive Young Lawyers Network particularly praised her support for young lawyers, saying her engagements with young practitioners across various branches of the NBA reflect her commitment to mentorship, ethical practice, innovation and leadership development.
The group referenced her participation in the NBA Ikeja Branch Young Lawyers’ Forum Legal Summit held on May 22, 2026, the NBA Degema Branch Young Lawyers’ Forum Annual Symposium themed, “The Legal Profession: Thriving Beyond Survival,” and the Lagos Hangout 2026.
According to the statement, these engagements demonstrate that Badejo-Okusanya understands the challenges facing young lawyers and has consistently shown willingness to support their growth within the profession.
The group also commended her advocacy for gender inclusion, access to justice and justice sector reform, noting that as an active member of FIDA Nigeria, she has championed women’s leadership and the integration of technology in legal practice.
“At a time when the Nigerian Bar Association requires transformational leadership, institutional strength, and a clear vision for the future, we are confident that Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya possesses the experience, competence, courage, and capacity to lead the Association into a new era of progress,” Tochukwu said.
The group called on lawyers across the country, especially young practitioners, to rally behind Badejo-Okusanya’s candidacy.
It described her as a candidate whose career reflects excellence, accessibility, innovation, integrity and unwavering commitment to the advancement of the legal profession.
The endorsement adds to the growing momentum around Badejo-Okusanya’s campaign ahead of the NBA national elections.
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