The Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum (NBAWF), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Branch, has extended warm congratulations to Chief Victoria Awomolo, SAN, on her well-deserved induction as a member of the esteemed Body of Benchers, commending her outstanding contributions to the Nigerian legal profession and her exemplary leadership.
In a statement made available to the media, the FCT State Lead of NBAWF, Princess Hadiza Afegbua, extolled the remarkable professional character, integrity, and developmental contributions of the learned silk, Chief Victoria Awomolo, SAN, to the Nigerian legal system. She described her as an ideal role model for female lawyers in Nigeria, highlighting her unwavering commitment to legal excellence, mentorship, and the advancement of women in the legal profession.
Princess Hadiza Afegbua further emphasized that Chief Awomolo’s induction into the Body of Benchers is a testament to her decades of dedication, diligence, and service to the legal profession. She noted that the learned silk has remained a shining beacon of inspiration, not only to her personally but to the entire community of female lawyers in Nigeria.
She also pointed out that the timing of this honour could not have been more significant, as the NBA Women Forum FCT Branch looks forward to taking stock of the progress and achievements of female lawyers in Nigeria, particularly as the global legal community prepares to commemorate International Women’s Day.
The NBAWF FCT Branch reaffirmed its admiration and unwavering support for Chief Victoria Awomolo, SAN, while expressing confidence that her presence in the Body of Benchers will further enhance the representation and influence of women in the highest echelons of the legal profession.
This appointment of Chief Victoria Awomolo, SAN, is a loud testament to the invaluable role of female legal practitioners in shaping the future of the profession and serves as an encouragement for aspiring female lawyers to pursue excellence, resilience, and ethical leadership.
