The Nigerian Bar Affiliation (NBA) has described the late Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, as probably the most influential and brave presidents of the affiliation.
Akeredolu, who was admitted to the bar in 1978, served as president of the NBA from 2008 to 2010.
The 67-year-old Akeredolu died on Wednesday in Germany after a protracted sickness.
In an announcement on Wednesday by the President of the NBA, Yakubu Maikyau, SAN famous that Akeredolu can be remembered for his contributions to the expansion and improvement of Ondo State and the South West Area.
The assertion learn: “It’s with heavy coronary heart that I pay tribute to His Excellency, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, the Govt Governor of Ondo State and former President of the Nigerian Bar Affiliation, whose transition happened on December 27, 2023, after extended sick well being.
“He alternated between Secretary and Vice President of the Ibadan Chapter and have become the twenty fourth President of the Affiliation from 2008 to 2010 – probably the most influential and brave Presidents to ever lead the NBA.
“The late realized Senior Advocate additionally served the nation in a number of different capacities at completely different instances, together with as Legal professional Basic and Commissioner for Justice from 1997 to 1999 and later as a two-term Governor from 2017 till his passing.
“He might be remembered positively for his numerous contributions to the expansion and improvement of Ondo State and all the area. As governor, Aketi spearheaded the institution of the Amotekun Regional Safety Community to deal with safety challenges within the Western Area. To this point, the community has been efficient in stemming the tide of terrorism, armed theft, kidnapping, banditry, and many others. within the area and at present stands as a mannequin for different areas to emulate.”
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