{"id":21157,"date":"2025-10-17T15:33:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T14:33:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.funminews.com\/?p=21157"},"modified":"2025-10-17T15:33:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T14:33:13","slug":"tinubu-cheers-legal-star-abroad-while-nigerian-courts-collapse-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.funminews.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/17\/tinubu-cheers-legal-star-abroad-while-nigerian-courts-collapse-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Tinubu Cheers Legal Star Abroad While Nigerian Courts Collapse at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ABUJA, Nigeria (FN)<\/strong> \u2014 President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian legal practitioner Tolu Obamuroh on his elevation to partner at White & Case LLP, a major international law firm headquartered in New York.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obamuroh, who will serve as a partner in the firm\u2019s International Arbitration Practice based in Paris, is among three lawyers worldwide promoted in the specialized field and the only Nigerian-qualified lawyer named in this year\u2019s partner class. His appointment becomes effective January 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a statement issued Friday, Tinubu described Obamuroh\u2019s achievement as a testament to Nigerian excellence and a reflection of the country\u2019s growing influence on the global professional stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThis outstanding achievement is a reflection of Nigerian competence, resilience, and global excellence,\u201d Tinubu said. \u201cTolu\u2019s success represents the best of the country\u2019s new generation of professionals who continue to distinguish themselves worldwide.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The president also framed the achievement as an example of his administration\u2019s \u201cRenewed Hope\u201d agenda, emphasizing merit, integrity, and international impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obamuroh has built a career in international dispute resolution, representing sovereigns and multinational corporations in high-stakes, cross-border arbitration\u2014particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He also advises the Nigerian federal government on various international matters under the supervision of the attorney general and minister of justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tinubu commended the lawyer\u2019s discipline and dedication, urging other young Nigerians to draw inspiration from his professional journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obamuroh\u2019s promotion marks a significant moment for the global Nigerian diaspora, highlighting the continued contribution of Nigerian professionals to high-level international legal practice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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