A PERSONAL NOTE TO MY COLLEAGUES:
My Dear Learned Colleagues,
I write to you today not just as a candidate, but as a devoted member of this great Association, an institution that has defined my life, shaped my career, and holds my deepest professional loyalties.
Following careful consideration of recent developments surrounding the rescheduled NBA election and the proposed presidential debate, I have taken the difficult decision not to participate in the scheduled debate.
This was not a choice made lightly, and I share this with you because I believe you deserve to know where I stand.
I have always believed that the processes governing our elections must mirror the integrity of our profession: fairness, transparency, and, above all, the spirit of genuine consultation.
These are the values I have fought for throughout my career.
Recent developments, including the manner in which key decisions regarding the electoral process and debate guidelines were introduced by the ECNBA, have raised concerns that strike at the very heart of these principles. I have communicated these concerns directly to the ECNBA, emphasizing that meaningful engagement with all stakeholders is not a luxury, it is a necessity for a process of this magnitude.
Please understand, my decision not to participate in this specific event is a principled stance, not a withdrawal from engagement. I am, and remain, fully committed to this race and to each of you.
I have always sought the face to face connection that makes our Bar a family. In this campaign alone, I have journeyed across the country, been present at branch law weeks, agms, town halls, and interactive sessions.
I have stood before the Townhall by NBA Lagos Branch and participated in the debate hosted by Timi Agbaje precisely because I believe in the power of direct dialogue.
I am always here waiting to speak with you, heart to heart, as I have done throughout this journey.
This election is about the soul of our profession and the future we are building together.
I remain steadfast in my vision for a Bar that is member-centred, welfare-driven, and truly inclusive.
I am still here, I am still listening, and I am still fighting for the Bar we all deserve.
I thank you for your understanding, your unwavering support, and your continued trust in this vision.
With deepest respect and commitment,
Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro, SAN
Candidate for the Office of President, Nigerian Bar Association (2026โ2028)
Life Bencher | FCIArb (UK) | FCIMC | Past General Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association.
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