President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the Ogunbanjo family and the Ijebu-Ode community following the death of elder statesman, Chris Ogunbanjo.
The businessman died on Saturday, October 7, 2023, just two months before his 100th birthday.
His family announced his death in a statement, saying: “Papa was an unwavering beacon of reassurance, courage and moral integrity for the entire family, truly embodying dedication and service to his country.”
In his condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, to the bereaved family, Tinubu said the deceased made landmark contributions as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated corporate lawyers.
The president said, “Chief Chris Ogunbanjo will be remembered for his extraordinary life of service to his community and the promotion of best business practices as a corporate lawyer of untarnished repute. His contributions to the economic development of Nigeria and commercial law practice in our country will endure.”
He said Ogunbanjo’s multifaceted roles as an industrialist, corporate lawyer and philanthropist had left indelible impressions in these important fields as he empowered and mentored numerous professionals from Nigeria and beyond.
As an honoured recipient of several prestigious chieftaincy titles, such as the Olotu of Ijebuland, Larinja of Egbaland, Gbadero of Lagos, Lerinja of Egbaland, Baba Oba of Ijebu Imusin, and Baba Oba of Erunwon Ijebu, Tinubu paid tribute to Ogunbanjo for consistently dedicating himself to championing causes close to his heart, including grassroots community development and advocacy for peaceful co-existence between Nigerians from diverse backgrounds.
He urged all who are mourning the elder statesman to reflect on the extensive contributions he had made to the progress of humanity and to carry forward the ideals he lived for.
Tinubu prayed for the peaceful repose of Pa Ogunbanjo’s soul and divine comfort to his family and loved ones over his passing.
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