Afam Osigwe has officially assumed office as the 32nd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in a ceremony held in Lagos.
Osigwe, who was elected in July 2023, took over from Yakubu Maikyau and has pledged to ensure the NBA remains a powerful voice in the country’s democratic process.
In his inaugural speech, Osigwe highlighted the importance of upholding the rule of law and holding both federal and state governments accountable.
He expressed gratitude to the members of the NBA for their trust, committing to advancing the interests of both the legal profession and Nigerian society.
“Under my watch, the Nigerian Bar Association will not shy away from holding the federal and state governments accountable. The rule of law must be upheld, and the rights of Nigerians must be protected,” he declared.
Osigwe also expressed his gratitude to the members of the NBA for entrusting him with the leadership of the association.
“I am deeply honoured by this responsibility, and I pledge to work tirelessly to advance the interests of our members and the broader Nigerian society,” he said.
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