By Bartholomew Madukwe
Nigeria’s oldest practising lawyer, activist nonagenarian, Pa Tunji Gomez, 90, is dead.
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Emeka Ngige, described late Pa Gomez as a consummate Bar man and the ‘conscience’ of NBA.
“A man of courage and conviction, he was in the forefront of the group calling for reforms in our Association . The Bar will sorely miss him. May his courageous soul Rest In Peace ! Amen! It’s a matter of conscience,” he added.
Announcing his death, the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch Mr. Chukwuka Ikwuazom wrote:
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Pa Tunji Gomez. Pa Gomez was, until his death yesterday night, the oldest practicing lawyer in Nigeria and a deeply loved member of the Premier Bar,” he said.
The Branch had in recognition of his excellent service and uncommon devotion to the Branch, celebrated his 90th birthday in style a few months ago.
Pa Tunji Gomez died on July 17, 2018.
Victor Gotevbe is the Publisher and Editor in Chief of Diplomatic Watch. He is the Managing Director of Conduit Communications Limited.
