ECNBA’s certification of Mr. Okey Leo Ohagba as a candidate for the office of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) General Secretary in the 2026 national elections has continued to generate reactions within the legal community, with supporters and colleagues rallying behind his “Innovative Secretariat” vision. Ohagba, a past National Officer of the NBA, expressed gratitude to Bar leaders, colleagues, and friends for their unwavering encouragement and support since the commencement of his campaign.
In a goodwill message shared following his clearance by the Electoral Committee of the NBA (ECNBA), the General Secretary hopeful described the journey ahead as one centered on service, innovation, and excellence. He called on members of the Bar to join hands with him in advancing a progressive agenda for the association, while expressing optimism that the collective vision for an “Innovative Secretariat” would be achieved successfully.
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SET TO RUN FOR THE OFFICE OF NBA GENERAL SECRETARY 2026: THANK YOU FOR THE AMAZING SUPPORT THUS FAR. – OKEY LEO OHAGBA
Beloved Bar leaders, colleagues and friends,
Having been found worthy, fit, proper, and duly certified by the ECNBA to contest for the office of NBA GENERAL SECRETARY in the 2026 National Elections, I wish to THANK YOU most graciously, once again, for your support and encouragement thus far.
As we progress, I look forward to even greater collaborations, prayers, and partnerships. Together, let us work towards advancing a culture of service, innovation, and quiet excellence.
Beloved, the real journey to #InnovativeSecretariat has just begun. Please join me; let’s ignite the passion and actualize the vision. With God on our side, it will end in praise.
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU 🙏🏻
LET’S INNOVATE 👌🏻
With compliments,
Okey Leo Ohagba, Esq.
Past National Officer, NBA
(Candidate for NBA General Secretary)
#InnovativeSecretariat
#InnovativeBar #Thefuturestartsnow #OkeyisOk