NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION ELECTION 2026 – NBA DECIDES 2026
For several months, I watched the campaigns for the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association elections from the sidelines. In recent weeks, however, I have paid closer attention to some of the candidates and the issues shaping this important election.
One race that has particularly attracted my attention is that for the office of General Secretary. It is a highly competitive contest, populated by several exceptionally qualified candidates. Among this impressive field, however, Afam Okeke stands out.
I speak from experience.
As Chairman of the NBA Abuja Branch, Afam delivered transformative leadership at a time when the Branch was emerging from years of factionalisation and internal divisions. In our local parlance, he was simply “too much”—and I mean that in the most complimentary sense possible.
The Abuja Branch had always been regarded as active because of its size and numbers. Afam, however, redefined what an active branch should look like. Under his leadership, members did not merely attend events; they participated enthusiastically, volunteered their time, and contributed resources because they trusted his leadership and respected his integrity.
He united people. He inspired confidence. He built a sense of ownership among members.
I have no doubt that he will bring the same humility, selflessness, diligence, respect for colleagues, and exceptional team spirit to the office of General Secretary of our Association.
For these reasons, I am pleased to endorse Afam Okeke for the office of General Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association.
NBA Decides.
Prof Ernest Ojukwu, SAN (Teacher)
●Former DDG, Nigerian Law School.
● Former Governor, Eastern Bar Forum
