New NBA President Badejo-Okusanya Makes Bold Statement
• Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya was elected as the new President General of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Sunday, July 19, 2026
• Badejo-Okusanya announced her victory on her Instagram page, drawing an outpouring of congratulatory messages from lawyers and supporters nationwide
• The Senior Advocate of Nigeria *SAN), a product of the 2002 Law School Lagos set, ran a campaign that took her across the length and breadth of Nigeria
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FCT, Abuja - President-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, said her victory belongs to all those who believe in a bolder bar that works for everyone.
Legit.ng reports that Badejo-Okusanya won the 2026 national officers' election against two other senior lawyers.
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Badejo-Okusanya thanked every member who supported her vision, her fellow contestants for enriching the democratic process, and colleagues who participated in this election.
The Senior Advocate of Nigeria said she is deeply humbled by the trust expressed.
This was contained in her thank-you message posted on her Instagram page, mrsbbold, on Sunday, July 19, 2026
The new NBA boss said the campaign is over as she pledged to serve every member with integrity and accountability.
Badejo-Okusanya vowed to build an NBA where lawyers can earn better, live better, and practise better.
“Today, I am filled with profound gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility.
“Thank you to the members of the Nigerian Bar Association for the confidence you have reposed in me by electing me as your President. I am deeply humbled by your trust.
“This victory belongs to all of us who believe in A BOLDER BAR THAT WORKS FOR EVERYONE. Thank you to every member who supported this vision, to my fellow contestants for enriching our democratic process, and to every colleague who participated in this election.
“To the BBOLD Campaign Council, our volunteers, coordinators, supporters, friends, and colleagues; thank you for your unwavering commitment, sacrifice, and belief. Your dedication made this journey possible.
“To my husband, my family, mentors, and everyone who stood by me with your prayers, encouragement, and support, I am forever grateful.
“The campaign is over. The work begins now.
“I pledge to serve every member of the Nigerian Bar Association with integrity, humility, courage, and accountability. Together, we will build an NBA where lawyers can earn better, live better, and practise better.
“Thank you once again for this great honour.
“May God bless the Nigerian Bar Association and the Federal Republic of Nigeria."
Reactions as Badejo-Okusanya emerges NBA president
The news of her victory spread rapidly across social media, with fellow lawyers, friends, and admirers flooding her comments section to celebrate what many described as a well-earned win following an extensive campaign that stretched across every region of the country.
The announcement drew warm congratulations from across the legal community and beyond.
@yewandezaccheaus wrote:
"@mrsbbold SO SO PROUD OF YOU!! A very well-deserved victory after a stellar campaign! God will grant you wisdom, courage and grace. Go forth and SHINE!!"
@ngozinzegwu reflected on what the election represented:
"The best man for the job is a woman. Oyinkan, you earned it, and you deserve it."
@ameena1222 recalled working alongside Bold on a constitutional matter:
"2026 General Reunion go loud gan. I recall being on the Constitution review Committee, and I was wowed by the level of your intelligence and precision. Highly honoured to have met and worked with you, Ma."
@yemi_gold74 pointed to their shared history:
"Super congratulations, Sisi Oyinkansola @NBA president class 2002 law school lagos."
@gloryohagwu added: "Congratulations, Madam President @mrsbbold! May your reign be impact-laden."
@atinuke_aliu, who described herself as not a lawyer, wrote: "
Hallelujah. We give God thanks with you, Ma. I'm not a lawyer, but I was so invested because I know it's a new season for the Bar and the nation."
@coachseun offered a brief but warm note:
"Congratulations, Ma. I wish you a successful tenure of office."
Badejo-Okusanya: Full list of winners in 2026 NBA election
Recall that Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, won the 2026 NBA presidential election with 12,317 votes, beating two other senior advocates.
The ECNBA chairman announced the results at the NBA National Secretariat in Abuja on Sunday, with 26,184 members voting.
Full results across all positions have been released, including contested races for general secretary and zone representatives.
Source: Legit.ng
