President Bola Tinubu has offered his condolences to the Ogunbanjo family and the entire Ijebu-Ode community on the death of Dr. Christopher Oladipo Ogunbanjo, OFR, OON, a renowned corporate lawyer who made significant contributions to Nigeria’s legal and business landscape.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu expressed his sorrow and joined family members, colleagues, friends, and well-wishers in mourning the loss of the distinguished legal luminary.
Dr. Ogunbanjo’s multifaceted roles as an industrialist, corporate lawyer, and philanthropist had a lasting impact on Nigeria’s legal and business communities. He was known for empowering and mentoring numerous professionals both in Nigeria and beyond.
Dr. Ogunbanjo received several prestigious chieftaincy titles in recognition of his contributions, including the Olotu of Ijebuland, Larinja of Egbaland, Gbadero of Lagos, Lerinja of Egbaland, Baba Oba of Ijebu Imusin, and Baba Oba of Erunwon Ijebu.
President Tinubu paid tribute to him for dedicating himself to causes that were dear to his heart, including grassroots community development and advocating for peaceful co-existence among Nigerians from diverse backgrounds.
The President encouraged everyone mourning this elder statesman to reflect on the remarkable contributions Dr. Ogunbanjo made to the advancement of humanity and to carry forward the ideals he lived for.
“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,” President Tinubu said.
He concluded by offering prayers for the peaceful repose of Dr. Ogunbanjo’s soul and divine comfort to his family and loved ones during this time of irreparable loss.
