Badejo-Okusanya Elected 33rd NBA President
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has emerged as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). She defeated two other senior lawyers in the association’s 2026 national officers’ election, which was concluded on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
The Chairman of the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association, Aham Ejelam, SAN, announced the results at the NBA National Secretariat in Abuja. The election was delayed by technical challenges and a cyberattack, but voting proceeded successfully.
Election Details and Challenges
The election saw Badejo-Okusanya triumph over her opponents despite the technical hurdles. The Electoral Committee worked to ensure a smooth process, overcoming the cyberattack that threatened the integrity of the vote. The announcement was made at the NBA National Secretariat in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.
Badejo-Okusanya's victory marks a significant milestone for the NBA, as she becomes the 33rd president of the association. Her leadership is expected to address key issues facing the legal profession in Nigeria.
Background of the Winner
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria with extensive experience in legal practice. She contested against two other senior lawyers and emerged victorious in the 2026 NBA national officers’ election. Her campaign focused on reforms and strengthening the bar association.
The NBA election is a critical event for the legal community in Nigeria, and Badejo-Okusanya's win has been met with congratulations from colleagues and stakeholders. She is expected to bring her expertise to the role and advance the interests of Nigerian lawyers.
