Dear Sir Augustine Alegeh, SAN, CON,
I write to wish you a resounding, happy birthday. As you mark your sixtieth birthday anniversary, I cannot express my deepest gratitude and admiration for the immense impact you have had in my life and career, as well as on the entire legal profession in Nigeria.
Serving as General Secretary under your visionary tenure as President of the Nigerian Bar Association was not only an honour of a lifetime but a truly transformative experience. Your visionary, dynamic and pacesetting leadership remains epochal. Your dedication to the principles of justice, unwavering commitment to the rule of law, and tireless efforts to advance the legal profession left an indelible mark on the NBA and on all of us who had the privilege of working closely with you.
Your tenure was marked by groundbreaking achievements that set new standards for excellence within the NBA. You guided the association with wisdom and integrity, championing the cause of legal reform and ensuring that the voice of the Nigerian legal community was heard loud and clear. Your leadership not only strengthened the NBA but also inspired a new generation of lawyers to aspire to the highest ideals of our noble profession.
As I prepare to take up the mantle of leadership within the NBA, I am aware of the enormous shoes I am stepping into. The lessons I learned while serving under your guidance have been invaluable, and they will undoubtedly shape my approach to this new responsibility. Your mentorship, support, and encouragement have been a cornerstone of my journey, and for that, I am eternally grateful.
On your birthday, I wish you continued success, good health, and abundant happiness. May the years ahead be filled with joy, peace, and the satisfaction of knowing that your contributions to the legal profession and the broader society will be remembered and celebrated for years to come.
Once again, happy birthday, sir. Thank you for your exemplary leadership, and for the profound impact you have had on my life and the lives of so many others.
Warm regards,
Mazi Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN
President-Elect, Nigerian Bar Association