It was an evening of elegance, emotion, and empowerment as the Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Foundation hosted a grand dinner in honour of Kwara State’s newly admitted lawyers — the Nigerian Law School Class of 2023/2024.
Held in Abuja, the event brought together brilliant legal minds, distinguished guests, and key stakeholders to celebrate the achievements of Kwara’s “new wigs,” many of whom defied significant odds to reach this milestone.
Delivering the welcome address, the Executive Director of the ABS Foundation, Dr. Audu Idowu Musa, reaffirmed the Foundation’s unwavering mission to impact vulnerable populations through interventions in health, education, youth empowerment, sports, and leadership mentorship.
“This gathering is not just a celebration of academic success, but a reaffirmation of our belief in your future and the role you will play in building a more just society,” Dr. Musa said.
Representing the newly called lawyers, Abdulazeez Abdulsalam, Chairman of the Kwara Law School Students Association, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Foundation and its founder, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, for their unwavering support throughout their legal education.
“Today, we stand not just as students but as Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. During our journey, the Foundation came through for us time and again — from sponsoring wigs and gowns for 50 students, to clearing call-to-bar screening fees for 35 of our members,” Abdulsalam said.
“It is an honour to dine with a father, mentor, and icon like Dr. Saraki. This dinner means more than words can capture.”
A defining moment of the night was the special recognition and cash award of ₦500,000 each to 9 first-class graduates, a gesture aimed at encouraging excellence and easing the transition into their legal careers.
Also present at the dinner was renowned legal luminary, Barr. Kamaldeen Ajibade, SAN, who offered the new lawyers words of wisdom, urging them to uphold discipline, diligence, and integrity in their careers.
In his special address, former Senate President and founder of the ABS Foundation, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, struck a deeply emotional and reassuring tone.
“You are not alone as you begin this next chapter,” Saraki said. “You have a father in Abuja. We are proud of you — your journey has only just begun, and the world is waiting for your impact.”
Reflecting on the Foundation’s longstanding support to law students, Saraki added:
“For years, through the ABS Foundation, we’ve covered tuition fees, provided essential materials, and stood by students.
