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In Memoriam: A Tribute to Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, CON, SAN, by NBA President Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON, SAN – Honoring a Visionary Leader and Legal Luminary.

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mr. Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON, SAN, pens a heartfelt tribute to the late Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, CON, SAN. Akeredolu, affectionately known as Aketi, not only served as the Executive Governor of Ondo State but also left an indelible mark during his tenure as the 24th President of the NBA from 2008 to 2010. As late Aketi is being mourned, by family and friends, Maikyau SAN reflects on Akeredolu’s profound contributions to the legal profession, his transformative presidency, and the enduring impact he made on Ondo State’s growth and development. The tribute resonates with respect and admiration for a leader who seamlessly navigated the realms of law and politics, leaving a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.

Read the tribute below