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By Emmanuel Oloniruha<\/p>\n
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Abuja<\/p>\n
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has congratulated Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her election as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).<\/p>\n
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The union described Badejo-Okusanya\u2019s emergence as a significant milestone for women in leadership.<\/p>\n
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Chairman, NUJ FCT Council, Ms Grace Ike, the Council stated these in a statement on Monday in Abuja<\/p>\n
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Ike also described her election as a defining moment in the history of Nigeria\u2019s legal profession.<\/p>\n
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She noted that Badejo-Okusanya\u2019s election as the first democratically elected woman to lead the NBA sent a strong message that competence, resilience, integrity, excellence and visionary leadership transcend gender.<\/p>\n
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According to Ike, the landmark achievement is not only a personal triumph for the new NBA President but also a victory for Nigerian women and young professionals who continue to break long-standing barriers across different sectors through dedication, hard work and merit.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThis historic development resonates strongly within the NUJ FCT, where Comrade Grace Ike recently emerged as the first female Chairman in the Council\u2019s 43-year history.\u201d<\/p>\n
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She described both milestones as clear evidence of the growing acceptance of inclusive, merit-based leadership within Nigeria\u2019s professional institutions.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThe emergence of two women to lead two of Nigeria\u2019s foremost professional bodies within such a short period is a powerful statement that the nation\u2019s institutions are increasingly embracing competence and excellence above all else.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe believe these achievements will inspire a new generation of women to aspire to leadership and contribute meaningfully to national development,\u201d Ike said<\/p>\n
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The NUJ FCT chairman acknowledged the NBA\u2019s longstanding role in defending constitutional democracy, promoting the rule of law, protecting fundamental human rights and advancing justice in Nigeria.<\/p>\n
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Ike expressed confidence that under the leadership of Badejo-Okusanya, the association would consolidate on its rich legacy, strengthen public confidence in the legal profession and champion reforms that would further enhance the administration of justice.<\/p>\n
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She reaffirmed the council\u2019s commitment to strengthening collaboration between the media and the legal profession in advancing democratic governance, accountability, press freedom, human rights and the rule of law in Nigeria.<\/p>\n
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The NUJ FCT boss wished Badejo-Okusanya a successful, purposeful and impactful tenure.<\/p>\n
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He expressed confidence that her administration would leave an enduring legacy of transformational leadership, professional excellence and greater opportunities for future generations of legal practitioners and women leaders.<\/p>\n
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