By Abiola Olawale
Senator Ede Dafinone, the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District of Delta State in the Senate, has felicitated with former President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Chief Thompson J. Omonigbo-Okpoko SAN, on his 92nd birthday anniversary.
In a heartfelt birthday message, Dafinone extended his congratulations to Chief Omonigbo-Okpoko, who also holds the esteemed title of High Chief of Okpe Kingdom.
He highlighted how Omonigbo-Okpoko has made significant and lasting contributions to the legal profession, exemplifying exceptional leadership, and driving impactful community development initiatives that have positively affected many lives.
The statement reads in part: “It is with immense joy and heartfelt gratitude that I, Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, extend my warmest congratulations to our father, High-Chief T. J. Onomigbo Okpoko, SAN, on the remarkable occasion of your 92nd birthday.
“As you mark this glorious milestone, I join the entire Urhobo Nation, Okpe Kingdom, the legal community, and well-wishers in celebrating your life of service, integrity, and excellence.
“Your exemplary leadership continues to inspire generations, and your legacy would remain a beacon of hope. On behalf of the Dafinone family and the good people of Delta Central, I wish Pa. Chief T. J. Onomigbo Okpoko, SAN, many more years of good health, happiness, and fulfilment. Happy 92nd birthday, Sir!”
The New Diplomat reports that Onomigbo-Okpoko was elevated to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria in 1987 and was made a Life Bencher in 2000.
He is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria and a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators UK. He is a foremost lawyer representing international and indigenous companies in various matters including oil and gas, environmental matters, tax claims, communities and land matters, contractual relationship matters and litigation in various courts.
He has also represented a lot of blue chip companies in major proceedings before the Senate and the Federal House of Representatives. He has extensive contact and network in major policy formulating agencies of the Federal Government and many State Governments.
