The African Women in Law Association (AWLA) has honoured Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, FCIArb (UK), former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch, for his outstanding support and commitment to the empowerment of women in the legal profession. The recognition, which took place last week, highlighted Akangbe’s consistent advocacy for inclusion, equity, and leadership opportunities for women within the Bar and across society.
In his response, Akangbe described the award as a humbling reminder that true leadership goes beyond titles, stressing that it is measured by the doors opened for others, the voices amplified, and the equity upheld. He reaffirmed his alignment with AWLA’s vision of promoting excellence and inclusion across Africa, while pledging continued support for a legal profession and society where women thrive as equal partners in justice, leadership, and nation-building.
Read full statement below;
Honoured. Humbled. Inspired.
Last week, I had the privilege of being recognized by the African Women in Law Association (AWLA) for my support and commitment to the empowerment of women in the legal profession.
For me, this honour is more than a plaque, it is a reminder that true leadership is not measured by titles but by the doors we help open, the voices we amplify, and the equity we insist upon.
AWLA’s vision of inclusion and excellence across Africa is one I proudly align with, and I remain committed to supporting a Bar and a society where women thrive as equal partners in justice, leadership, and nation-building.
Grateful for this recognition, but even more grateful for the work still ahead.
Together, we rise to #ElevateTheBar
*LATEEF OMOYEMI AKANGBE, SAN, FCIArb (UK)* Former Chairman, NBA Lagos Branch
*#ElevateTheBar* *#LOA4AWLA* *#TransformativeLeadership* *#LOAisComing* *#RaisingtheBarHigh*
