I HAVE TAKEN A BOW FROM THE OFFICE OF THE NBA CHAIRMAN.

It is with profound gratitude to Almighty Allah that I finished my 2-year term as the Chairman of NBA Ibadan Branch. I am proud to say that throughout the period of my stewardship, I projected Ibadan Bar in a positive light. Our voices reverberated to every nook and cranny of this country. We were fearless and courageous in our advocacy for improved condition of our judicial officers and those who work in the administration of justice. We were unequivocal in speaking against the violation of human right and an attack on the rule of law.

I am also delighted to state that we have been able to reposition Ibadan Bar to a financially healthy association. As at today, 20th June, 2026 we left in the coffers of the association the sum of N50,340,943.94 (Fifty Million, three hundred and forty thousand, nine hundred and forty three naira, ninety four kobo) as against the sum of N600,000 we met when we were sworn into office. The remarkable aspect of the record is that we left no liability for the incoming executive.

We have also added a lot of assets to the Bar and improve the well being of our staffs and lawyers by our strict adherence to the observance of the Remuneration Order. It is gratifying to note that through the implementation of the Remuneration Order, the branch had paid nothing less than N600,000,000 (Six hundred Million naira)as incomes to our members.

As I bow out gracefully today, I appreciate all the Patrons, leaders and members of Ibadan Bar for their unwavering support throughout my administration. I also appreciate my friends from across the country who identified with me in the onerous task of steering the ship of the administration. May Almighty Allah bless all of you abundantly.

I thank the members of my family for their support throughout the period.
Signed

Ibrahim Lawal Esq MCIArb UK
Chairman NBA Ibadan Branch 2024-2026.

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