Chris Ogunbanjo & Co. has announced the funeral arrangements for their Managing Partner, Abimbola Ogunbanjo (OFR), who died on February 9, in California, USA.
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In a statement by the law firm yesterday , a series of events have been planned to honour Ogunbanjo’s life and contributions.

A service of songs and night of tributes will be held on Thursday, February 29, followed by a funeral service on Friday, March 1 at the Church of the Nativity, Parkview. Private interment follows at The Anchorage, Erunwon.

The family has requested privacy during thisdifficult time. Ogunbanjo was not just a leader, but a revered figure known for his wisdom, integrity, and dedication to legal excellence. He served as a guiding light for countless individuals within the firm and beyond, leaving an indelible mark on the Nigerian legal landscape.
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“He was more than just a leader; he was a guiding light, a mentor, and a
symbol of legal excellence,” said the firm. “His absence leaves asignificant void not only within our firm but also across the legal andbusiness communities in Nigeria.”

Otunba Ogunbanjo’s legacy extends far beyond the courtroom. He was apassionate advocate for professionalism, innovation, andentrepreneurship, values that he instilled within the firm and inspiredothers to adopt.

He was also a role model, embodying the timeless values of the firm’sfounder, the late Chief Chris Ogunbanjo, OFR, CON.The firm expressed their commitment to upholding his legacy and carrying
forward his vision with unwavering determination.
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“As we reflect on Otunba’s remarkable contributions, we are determinedto honor his memory by rededicating ourselves to the pursuit ofexcellence that he championed,” the statement said.

Abimbola Ogunbanjo was the Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange GroupPlc (NGX Group) from 2021 to 2022.He played a crucial role in shaping NGX Group, and his strategic acumen
and dedication were instrumental in shaping NGX Group’s transformative
journey.

Prior to this, he served as the President of the National Council of theNigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) from 2017 to 2021.Ogunbanjo was a distinguished legal practitioner, serving as ManagingPartner of Chris Ogunbanjo LP (Solicitors), and he had extensiveexperience in commercial law, with a particularfocus on capital markets, shipping, and mergers and acquisitions.

He was also on the boards of several multinational corporations andnon-profit organizations, including Beta Glass Plc and the AdvisoryBoard of the University of Buckingham Centre for Extractive Studies.
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