The newly inaugurated leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sokoto State Branch, pledges to uphold the dignity of the legal profession, improve members’ welfare, and ensure that justice is not only proclaimed, but visibly delivered across the state.
The new Chairman of the branch, Mr Bashir Jodi, stated this in a statement issued to the News reporters in Sokoto on Friday.
Jodi, who officially assumed office on Wednesday, expressed confidence in the newly elected executive committee’s capacity to lead the affairs of the Caliphate Bar with diligence, patriotism, and an unwavering commitment to service.
He said his administration would be guided by four key pillars: enhancing members’ welfare, promoting fairness and equity, strengthening the rule of law, and deepening service to humanity.
“I am deeply humbled by the tremendous confidence reposed in me and in all the new executives of the NBA in Sokoto State.
“Our mandate is clear: to protect the dignity of the legal profession, improve the welfare of our members, and ensure that justice is not just spoken about, but seen and felt in the state,” Jodi said.
The chairman also pledged to sustain the cordial relationship between the NBA and the Sokoto State Government, the judiciary, security agencies, civil society organisations, and other critical stakeholders.
“The bar cannot stand alone. We will partner with government and stakeholders, without compromising our independence, to strengthen access to justice, defend constitutional rights, and promote peace and order,” he added.
He listed the newly elected executives of the Caliphate Bar to include A. I. Aliyu, Vice Chairman; Sagir Musa, Assistant Secretary; and Ishaka Jabo, Publicity Secretary.
Others were A’isha Muhammad, Treasurer; A. Z. Adeyi, Financial Secretary; Ishaka Ahmad, Provost; and Zayyanu Muhammad, Welfare Secretary.
Newsmen report that the new executive committee is expected to steer the affairs of the NBA Sokoto Branch and advance the objectives of the association over the next two years.