As the Nigerian Law School Class of 1993 prepares for its highly anticipated reunion, a wave of endorsements is sweeping through alumni circles for Mrs. Hafsat Lawal, Director at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), positioning her as the frontrunner to succeed Hon. Justice Ademola Bakre as Chairman. With calls for “voting right” echoing across professional networks, the campaign push for leadership grounded in maturity, integrity, and collaborative excellence qualities Lawal is repeatedly hailed for in a profession demanding unwavering ethical fortitude.
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The Class of 1993, comprising over 30 years of seasoned legal practitioners, is set to convene for a milestone reunion that doubles as an electoral crossroads. Bakre, the pioneer Chairman whose two-year tenure set a “high bar of quality and efficient leadership,” has left a legacy of sustained momentum, including successful maiden events that fostered camaraderie and professional growth. Alumni are now mobilizing to “raise and sustain that tempo,” with Lawal emerging as the unifying choice to elevate the set’s influence in promoting justice, mentorship, and rule-of-law advocacy.
Endorsements pouring in from fellow alumni paint Lawal as the epitome of poised leadership. “Hafsat’s greatest assets are her maturity, comportment, emotional stability, exemplary character, and impeccable integrity. Her humility is unparalleled and second to none. Above all, she is a team player and a goal-getter,” proclaimed one prominent supporter in a morning missive to the group, urging members to register for the reunion onsite or online to cast their votes decisively. Another colleague, who collaborated with her on the inaugural reunion, echoed the sentiment: “I worked with her to plan the maiden reunion. She is a team player, calm, effective, and efficient. Above all, she is very mature, with impeccable integrity and exemplary character.”
Lawal’s own vision statement, circulated among peers, further amplifies her candidacy. With over 31 years in public service, she pledges to transform the alumni set into a “community of seasoned lawyers” through targeted initiatives: establishing a mentorship program pairing veterans with emerging professionals; hosting at least two high-profile annual events featuring prominent speakers on law-society intersections; and developing a resource hub for industry insights and best practices. “As distinguished lawyers with over 30 years of experience, we have made our mark on the legal profession. Now, let’s lead our set with wisdom, integrity, and a passion for excellence,” she urged, framing the reunion as a “testament to our collective excellence” and a “launchpad for continued success.”
The chorus of support transcends individual voices, with a third endorsement likening Lawal to a “calm force” and “dependable hand.” “Learned colleagues, as we step into a new chapter of leadership, we need someone who understands the power of maturity, the discipline of integrity, and the quiet strength of true character. That leader is Hafsat Lawal Esquire—a team player to the core, calm under pressure, effective, efficient, emotionally stable. She helped deliver our maiden reunion with precision and grace.” The message warns against “emotional voting or old sentiment,” insisting: “This is the moment to choose competence, to choose maturity, to choose the best candidate available.”
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This groundswell reflects broader yearnings within Nigeria’s legal fraternity for apolitical, merit-driven governance amid evolving challenges such as digital regulation—where Lawal’s NCC role shines—and judicial reforms. As one backer put it: “I enjoin and appeal to us all to vote right. We must not vote based on primordial sentiments and emotions, but for the best candidate available. A Legacy of Excellence.”
While details on competing candidacies remain sparse, the emphasis on Lawal’s “impeccable integrity” and “leadership you can count on” suggests a consensus forming around her as the “calm force” to steer the set forward. Registration for the reunion and thus voting is open, with alumni urged to participate to shape the next era.
The Class of 1993 election promises to be a microcosm of the bar’s enduring values: unity over division, excellence over expediency. As votes are tallied, all eyes will be on whether this “quiet strength” propels Lawal to the helm, ensuring the set’s legacy endures.
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