The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kano Branch, has ushered in a new era of leadership following the successful conduct of its Branch elections held today, with Sani Ammani, FICMC emerging as the Chairman-Elect and Sani Maiyaki Maisamari, ACArb. elected as the Secretary-Elect of the Branch.
Their victories mark the conclusion of a keenly contested electoral process that witnessed active participation from members of the Branch. The elections reflected the democratic values of the NBA and the commitment of members to shaping the future of one of Nigeria’s most vibrant Bar branches.
In a commendable display of sportsmanship and unity, the co-contestants who participated in the elections have already extended their heartfelt congratulations to the Chairman-Elect and Secretary-Elect, wishing them success as they prepare to assume the responsibilities of their respective offices.
Senior members of the Bar have also conveyed congratulatory messages, applauding the peaceful conduct of the elections and expressing confidence in the ability of the newly elected officers to provide purposeful, inclusive, and progressive leadership for the benefit of the Branch and its members.
Among those who have congratulated the newly elected leaders are Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya SAN, Lateef O. Akangbe, SAN, U. U. Fari, Esq. (Outgoing Chairman NBA Kano Branch), former Chairmen of NBA Kano Branch, Senior Advocates, Benchers and Members of the Bar, and also Ibrahim Baba Saliu, ACArb., AICMC, ABR., (Outgoing Welfare Secretary and former Publicity Secretary of the NBA Kano Branch). In their congratulatory message, he congratulated both Sani Ammani and Sani Maiyaki Maisamari on their well-deserved victories and expressed optimism that their administration would build on the achievements of previous leaderships while introducing fresh ideas for the advancement of the Branch.
They also extended profound appreciation to members of the NBA Kano Branch for turning out in large numbers to exercise their franchise and for demonstrating confidence in the democratic process.
According to them, the impressive participation of members in the election underscores their unwavering commitment to the growth, unity, and continued development of the NBA Kano Branch. He urged all members to rally behind the newly elected executives, irrespective of the outcome of the contest, emphasizing that the election has come to an end and that the collective interest of the Branch must now take precedence over individual aspirations.
As celebrations continue across the Branch, members of the legal community have expressed optimism that the Chairman-Elect and Secretary-Elect will work collaboratively with other elected officers to strengthen the administration of the NBA Kano Branch, promote professional excellence, protect the welfare of members, and uphold the ideals and values of the legal profession.
The successful conclusion of the elections once again demonstrates the resilience of the NBA Kano Branch’s democratic institutions and reinforces its reputation as a Branch committed to credible leadership transitions, unity, and service to the legal profession.
Congratulations to Sani Ammani, FICMC, Chairman-Elect, and Sani Maiyaki Maisamari, ACArb., Secretary-Elect, as they prepare to lead the NBA Kano Branch into a new chapter of progress and excellence from 2026 – 2028.
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