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NBA president begins reconciliation efforts to unite Bar

The new President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has pledged to unite the Bar after a divisive presidential election. Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-president-begins-reconciliation-efforts-to-unite-bar/

NBA president begins reconciliation efforts to unite Bar

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN), has expressed her commitment to uniting the Bar and moving past the divisions that marred the NBA presidential election. Badejo-Okusanya stated that her administration would focus on the "Members First" theme from her manifesto, aiming to enhance lawyers' earning potential, living standards, and professional practices.

She clarified that her statements about police officers wearing body cameras were not a response to the IGP's position but emphasized the importance of accountability for both public and police officers. Badejo-Okusanya reiterated her administration's commitment to addressing divisions within the Bar and working closely with stakeholders to ensure a member-oriented association that benefits lawyers.

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