Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Barr. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing their victories as a triumph of merit, excellence, and dedicated service.
The lawmaker described their elections as well-earned recognition of years of professional excellence, noting that both legal practitioners had distinguished themselves through exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to the legal profession.
Dafinone further highlighted the records of both newly elected NBA officials, recalling Chief Okoro's tenure as former Chairman of the NBA Warri Branch and Mrs. Okpomor's service as former Assistant General Secretary of the Young Lawyers Forum, Minna Branch.
In a congratulatory message, the senator celebrated Chief Okoro's emergence as the First Vice President of the Nigerian Bar Association and Barr. Okpomor's election as Assistant General Secretary of the association, saying their success has brought pride to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State, and Nigeria.
“I heartily congratulate two exceptional legal practitioners and worthy ambassadors of the Urhobo Nation, Chief Oghenero Okoro, on his election as First Vice President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and Barr. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on her election as Assistant General Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association. Your emergence into these distinguished national offices is a proud moment for the Urhobo Nation, Delta State, and indeed every Nigerian who believes in merit, excellence, and service.
“Your victories are richly deserved. They are the culmination of years of distinguished legal practice, exemplary leadership, and unwavering commitment to the ideals of justice and the rule of law. Chief Oghenero Okoro's outstanding tenure as former Chairman of the NBA Warri Branch and Barr Gladys Aghogho Okpomor's impactful service as former Assistant General Secretary of the Young Lawyers Forum, Minna Branch, speak eloquently of your competence, integrity, and dedication. Your election did not come as a surprise; it is a fitting reward for years of professionalism, diligence, and hard work that truly embody the enduring Urhobo Can-Do Spirit.
“As you assume these important national responsibilities, I urge you to bring your vast experience, sound judgment, and exemplary leadership to bear in advancing the Nigerian Bar Association's vision. The legal profession remains the guardian of justice, constitutional democracy, and the rule of law. I am confident that you will uphold the highest ethical standards, strengthen the Bar, promote judicial independence, and contribute meaningfully to reforms that will further enhance public confidence in our justice system.
“Your achievements should inspire a new generation of young lawyers and professionals across Delta Central and Nigeria. They reaffirm the timeless truth that integrity, competence, resilience, and selfless service remain the surest pathways to enduring leadership and national relevance. I have no doubt that your tenure will leave an enduring legacy of excellence and purposeful service.
“On behalf of the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, I congratulate you once again on this remarkable milestone. I wish you wisdom, strength, good health, and God's guidance as you undertake the responsibilities of your new offices. May your service bring greater honour to the legal profession, lasting pride to the Urhobo Nation, and immense value to our beloved country.”
