Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has congratulated Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, on her election as the first elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association.

The governor also congratulated Khadija Ahmed on her emergence as the Assistant National Publicity Secretary of the association.

In a statement issued today by his spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, Yusuf described Badejo-Okusanya's election as recognition of her integrity, professionalism and dedication to the legal profession, saying it represented a major milestone for women in the legal profession and demonstrated their increasing contributions to nation-building and the administration of justice.

He expressed confidence that Badejo-Okusanya would provide effective leadership and drive reforms that would strengthen the legal profession, and urged her to promote unity within the association by encouraging reconciliation among all contestants and members of the NBA.

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