“Leadership Begins With Listening” — Lateef Akangbe, SAN Receives Warm Reception in Kaduna

 

Leading aspirant in the forthcoming Nigerian Bar Association presidential race, Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, has expressed profound appreciation to members of the NBA Kaduna Branch for the warm reception accorded to him during his visit to the branch’s Law Week activities. Akangbe described the hospitality and fellowship extended to him in Kaduna as deeply inspiring, noting that the legal profession thrives not only on advocacy and legal principles but also on unity, relationships, and mutual trust among colleagues.

The Senior Advocate of Nigeria stated that the outpouring of support from members of the Bar in Kaduna further strengthened his belief in the importance of inclusive and people-focused leadership as the 2026 NBA Presidential Election approaches. He reaffirmed his commitment to building a stronger, united, and progressive Bar, while commending the branch for fostering an atmosphere of engagement, connection, and professional camaraderie during the Law Week celebration.

Read full statement below;

KADUNA WELCOMES LATEEF OMOYEMI AKANGBE, SAN

Kaduna has shown me nothing but love, warmth, and true Bar fellowship.

The overwhelming welcome and heartfelt reception from members of the Nigerian Bar Association Kaduna Branch was both humbling and deeply inspiring. Engaging with colleagues, sharing moments of laughter, conversations, and genuine connection reminded me once again that our profession is built not just on law, but on relationships, trust, and unity.

As I continue this journey toward the 2026 NBA Presidential Election, I remain grateful for the outpouring of support and acceptance shown to me here in Kaduna. It is a beautiful reminder that leadership begins with listening, bonding, and standing together as one Bar.

I am honoured to be in Kaduna to engage, connect, and join our learned colleagues for their Law Week.

My sincere appreciation to every member whose warm embrace made this moment unforgettable.

Together, we will build a stronger, united, and more progressive Bar.

Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN