Professor Foluke Dada, renowned legal academic and scholar, has issued a heartfelt felicitation to Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma, SAN, as he concludes his distinguished eight‑year tenure as Director‑General of the Nigerian Law School, and has also extended warm congratulations to Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote on her historic appointment as the first female Director‑General of the institution.
In a statement marking this notable leadership transition, Prof. Dada emphasized Professor Chiroma’s strategic stewardship, institutional reforms, and unwavering commitment to excellence in legal education. Under his leadership, the Nigerian Law School strengthened its curricular frameworks, expanded professional programmes, and reinforced ethical standards that shape the character of legal practitioners nationwide.
“Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma, SAN, has led the Nigerian Law School with distinction, integrity, and foresight. His tenure is defined by significant contributions to legal education, capacity building, and the professional readiness of countless Nigerian lawyers. His legacy will endure through the ethical and intellectual foundations he has cemented within the institution,” Prof. Dada stated.
Turning to the incoming Director‑General, Prof. Dada hailed Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote’s appointment as a historic milestone for gender inclusion and professional leadership in Nigeria’s legal education sector. Dr. Odusote, currently Deputy Director‑General and Head of the Lagos Campus, will assume office on January 10, 2026, ushering in a new chapter of leadership grounded in academic excellence and institutional stewardship.
“Dr. Odusote’s elevation to this pivotal role reflects not only her remarkable professional achievements and academic depth but also embodies the principle that merit, dedication, and intellectual rigour transcend traditional boundaries,” Prof. Dada observed. “Her appointment inspires a generation of young lawyers, especially women, to pursue leadership with confidence, resilience, and purpose.”
Prof. Dada underscored that this transition signifies more than a change in leadership; it represents continuity of vision and a shared commitment to advancing legal education that conforms with global best practices while reaffirming the profession’s core values of justice, integrity, and service.
“As we honour Professor Chiroma’s significant contributions, we also celebrate the promise of transformative leadership under Dr. Odusote. May her tenure be marked by innovation, inclusivity, and enhanced institutional impact that elevates the Nigerian Law School’s role in shaping the future of the Bar,” Prof. Dada concluded.
This appiontment underscores a milestone moment in the history of legal education in Nigeria, heralding sustained excellence and gender‑inclusive leadership at the nation’s foremost institution for professional legal training.
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