Spencer-Coker Announces Candidacy for SLBA Vice Presidency

Spencer-Coker Announces Candidacy for SLBA Vice Presidency

Veteran legal practitioner Nicky Spencer-Coker has officially declared her candidacy for the Vice Presidency of the Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA) for the 2026/2027 term. 

In a formal statement to the Bar, Spencer-Coker characterized her decision as one rooted in “humility, conviction, and a deep sense of professional responsibility,” signaling her readiness to serve at a pivotal juncture for both the legal profession and the nation.

Her platform is anchored on a vision for institutional renewal, focusing specifically on the need for unity and strengthened professional solidarity within the Association. 

“Leadership is service,” Spencer-Coker emphasized, noting that the role requires a combination of courage, integrity, and the competence necessary to foster a more inclusive and progressive institution.

With nearly 14 years of experience as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of Sierra Leone, Spencer-Coker brings a diverse background in both national and international legal service. 

Her career includes roles as State Counsel at the Law Officers Department, Defence Counsel at the Legal Aid Board, and an international diplomatic posting as First Secretary and Spokesperson of Sierra Leone’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations.

Additionally, she has held significant leadership positions as Vice-President of L.A.W.Y.E.R.S and as the first female Secretary of the General Legal Council.

“These experiences have strengthened my belief that the legal profession must remain a fearless guardian of constitutionalism, human rights, and democratic governance,” she stated. 

As the SLBA prepares for its upcoming election cycle later this year, Spencer-Coker has called upon her colleagues for their support in her bid to lead the Association toward a more united and impactful future.