Following the success of the 2024 yearly conference of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) held in Abuja in June, the NBA-SBL has officially transitioned its leadership, marking a historic moment in the Section’s 20-year history.

Dr. Adeoye Adefulu who served as the chairman for the NBA-SBL in the last two years has officially handed over the mantle of leadership to Mrs. Ozofu Latunde Ogiemudia, who served as his Vice, making her the first woman in 13 years and the second woman ever to assume the position.

The official handover ceremony took place at the Annual General Meeting of the NBA-SBL, at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos, on August 28, 2024, with members and stakeholders in attendance to witness this historic milestone.

Reflecting on the significance of this milestone, Mrs. Ogiemudia expressed her joy in assuming the role, acknowledging the pioneering efforts of previous predecessors, including Mrs. Mfon Usoro, the first female chair of the NBA-SBL.

“It is an honor to follow in the footsteps of Mrs. Usoro and to be the second woman to hold this esteemed position. I am committed to building on the strong foundation laid by my predecessors as we continue to advance the practice of business law in Nigeria,” Mrs. Ogiemudia stated.

She emphasised the importance of innovation, education, and capacity building as cornerstones of her leadership. She highlighted the role of the NBA-SBL in shaping the landscape of business law in Nigeria, particularly in an era marked by rapid change and global integration.“Our responsibilities are both challenging and crucial as we navigate this dynamic environment,” she stated, underscoring her commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking Section.

Dr. Adefulu’s leadership maintained the high standards set by past Chairs while also raising the bar for the future. His tenure was marked by significant achievements.

Under his guidance, the SBL remained a beacon of excellence in the legal community, consistently delivering impactful programmes and initiatives and championing legislative and regulatory advocacy.

The leadership team under Mrs. Ogiemudia includes Baba Alokolaro as Vice Chair and Ayoyinka Olajide Awosedo as Secretary.