The Progressive Young Lawyers Network (PYLN) has endorsed Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, as its preferred candidate for the office of President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), citing her leadership credentials, professional excellence and commitment to the advancement of young lawyers.

In a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, Uthman Isa Tochukwu, Esq., the group said the endorsement followed a careful assessment of the candidates and their visions for the legal profession.

According to the statement, Badejo-Okusanya stood out for her proven track record of visionary leadership and sustained contributions to the growth of the Bar, particularly in mentoring and supporting young legal practitioners.

“Mrs. Badejo-Okusanya has demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout her career,” the statement said.

The group noted that the Senior Advocate of Nigeria is the Senior Partner at ALP NG & Co., a member of the Board of the Lagos Court of Arbitration, and chaired the Nigerian Bar Association’s 2024 Annual General Conference Planning Committee.

PYLN also commended Badejo-Okusanya’s consistent engagement with young lawyers through her participation in major professional events, including the NBA Ikeja Branch Young Lawyers’ Forum Legal Summit held on May 22, 2026, the NBA Degema Branch Young Lawyers’ Forum Annual Symposium with the theme, “The Legal Profession: Thriving Beyond Survival,” and the Lagos Hangout 2026.

It said her participation in these programmes reflected her commitment to mentorship, ethical legal practice, innovation and leadership within the profession.

The group further highlighted her advocacy for gender inclusion and justice sector reforms, noting that as an active member of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, she has championed access to justice, women’s leadership and the integration of technology into legal practice.

“At a time when the Nigerian Bar Association requires transformational leadership, institutional strength and a clear vision for the future, we are confident that Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya possesses the experience, competence, courage and capacity to lead the Association into a new era of progress,” Tochukwu said.

The network called on lawyers across the country, particularly young practitioners, to support Badejo-Okusanya’s candidacy, describing her as a leader whose career reflects excellence, accessibility, innovation, integrity and an unwavering commitment to advancing the legal profession.

The endorsement is expected to boost Badejo-Okusanya’s campaign ahead of the forthcoming Nigerian Bar Association national elections.