By Chief Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo

Farewell, My Egbon Adesina Ogunlana

You’ve left a vast void in Nigeria’s activist landscape. A trailblazer, role model, leader, and benchmark for many lawyers and activists, including myself. A true gentleman, statesman, and distinguished bar man, you embodied courage and boldness in your quest for justice. Your fearlessness earned you the revered title of Serubawon of the bar.

I’ll never forget your swift intervention when I was arrested by the DSS at Aso Rock for protesting. You demanded my immediate, unconditional release without hesitation.

Your legacy will live on, dear Egbon. I’ll miss you dearly. Farewell.