ALDIN congratulates Badejo-Okusanya on election as NBA president-elect
The Association of Lawyers with Disabilities in Nigeria (ALDIN) has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her election as president-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
In a statement signed by its president, Tosan R. Mene, ALDIN described her victory as a reflection of the confidence reposed in her by members of the legal profession and a recognition of her leadership, professional excellence, and commitment to justice and the rule of law.
The association said Badejo-Okusanya’s election is particularly significant for lawyers with disabilities, noting that she has consistently demonstrated support for inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunities within the legal profession.
According to ALDIN, the president-elect has remained a dependable ally of lawyers with disabilities through her engagements with the association, advocating meaningful participation for all members of the Bar regardless of disability.
The group expressed optimism that under her leadership, the NBA would strengthen policies and programmes that promote diversity, accessibility, equity, and equal participation across the legal profession.
ALDIN also said it looks forward to collaborating with the incoming NBA administration to advance disability inclusion within the association, improve access to justice for persons with disabilities, encourage the implementation of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, 2018, and promote the welfare and professional development of lawyers with disabilities nationwide.
The association wished Badejo-Okusanya wisdom, strength, good health, and success as she prepares to assume office as the 32nd president of the Nigerian Bar Association.
