Chief Christopher Oladipo Ogunbanjo, one of Nigeria’s pioneering corporate lawyers, has passed away at the age of 99.
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Ogunbanjo, who would have turned 100 in December, died after an illustrious legal career spanning over 70 years. He was one of the early advocates for domiciliary accounts in Nigeria and supported local equity participation in foreign firms in the 1960s.
The lawyer was born in Ogun State in 1923 and had his early education in Ife before proceeding to study law in London. He established his own law firm in Lagos after being called to bar in 1950.
Ogunbanjo later became a significant shareholder in several leading Nigerian companies as his practice focused on corporate law. He mentored renowned lawyers like George Etomi, who paid tribute to Ogunbanjo’s generosity and sense of purpose.
President Bola Tinubu also mourned the Ijebu chief, describing him as a distinguished figure in Nigeria’s legal and business communities. He recounted Ogunbanjo’s philanthropic endeavours and advocacy for peaceful coexistence.
With several chieftaincy titles and national honours like OFR and OON, Ogunbanjo dedicated himself to community development and progress of humanity. He was 99 years old.
The Nigerian legal community is mourning the passing of the celebrated lawyer. President Tinubu urged all reflecting on his contributions to carry forward the ideals he stood for.
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