Afam Osigwe has been Sworn in as the 32nd president of the Nigerian bar association, succeeding Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON, SAN.
The senior advocate of Nigeria revealed plans to restore confidence in the nation’s justice delivery sector and build a proactive bar.
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Afam Osigwe’s swearing in comes with celebrations by his supporters across the Bar body.
In his inaugural speech, Mr. Osigwe called for moderation in actions and utterances so as not to further polarise the Bar.
He said “The election is over and It is now time to work together to build a Bar that represents what we all believe in. We therefore need all hands on deck.”
The senior advocate takes over at a time where the clamour for better administration of justice and respect for the rule of law rages across the country, which he promises to address.