Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN has been officially cleared by the to contest for the office of President of the in the forthcoming 2026 elections. The clearance marks a significant milestone in the Association’s electoral process, formally confirming his entry into the race for the Bar’s top leadership position.
Reacting to the development, Akangbe expressed humility and a strong sense of responsibility, noting that his decision to run is rooted in years of service to the legal profession. A former Chairman of the NBA Lagos Branch, he highlighted his commitment to strengthening professional standards, enhancing institutional growth, and advancing the welfare of legal practitioners, while pledging to uphold the rule of law and promote a more responsive and inclusive Bar.
Read full statement below;
I have been officially cleared by the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) to contest for the office of President of the Nigerian Bar Association.
I receive this development with humility and a deep sense of responsibility to the profession that has shaped my life and practice.
As a former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, Lagos Branch, I have been privileged to serve the Bar in a leadership capacity, with focus on strengthening professional standards, advancing institutional development, and promoting the welfare of legal practitioners.
Over the years, my service within the Bar has been guided by a commitment to service, the rule of law, and the continuous improvement of our Association. I remain deeply mindful of the need for a Bar that works for all its members and responds effectively to the evolving demands of our profession.
This marks an important stage in the NBA electoral process. I proceed with a continued sense of duty, respect for due process, and unwavering commitment to the values that unite us as members of the Bar.
Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN Candidate, NBA Presidential Election 2026
