Mrs. Ezinwa Nwanyieze Okoroafor,
The International President,
International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Worldwide.
My Dear President,
CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE FROM AARE OLUMUYIWA AKINBORO, SAN ON YOUR EMERGENCE AS THE PRESIDENT, INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN LAWYERS (FIDA) WORLDWIDE.
It is with great pleasure that I write to extend my warm and hearty congratulations to you on your emergence as the President of the International Federation of Women Lawyers Worldwide.
This uncommon achievement is a testament to the excellent qualities that you represent and the rare leadership abilities that you have exhibited having served as the International Secretary of the Federation. It is therefore no surprise that you have been found worthy of this great office by the members of the Federation.
I am indeed very proud of this achievement and I congratulate FIDA Nigeria for their goodwill and support which has made it possible for one of our own to emerge at the helm of the leadership of the Federation.
This rare feat has further projected the special qualities and virtues that the Nigerian Women are known for, as well as a confirmation that the Nigerian Women are effectively positioned to rule the world and make enduring impact.
May I also congratulate the President of the Nigerian Bar Association Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN whose support and passion for the empowerment of Women Lawyers in Nigeria has yielded this dividend.My dear FIDA President, I am confident that given your record as an achiever, your tenure will be very impactful in advancing the course of women worldwide and I pray that the almighty God will give you the strength, wisdom and vision to pilot the affairs of the Federation and to drive its objectives to enviable heights.
Once again, Congratulations!
Yours sincerely,•Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro SAN, FCIArb (UK), Life Bencher.
Past General Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association.