Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated two prominent legal practitioners of Urhobo origin, Jim Okodaso, SAN, and Onome Okodiya, SAN, on their elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).
Dafinone described their admission into the Inner Bar as a recognition of professional excellence, intellectual accomplishment and dedication to the administration of justice.
In a congratulatory message, the senator said the achievement had brought honour to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State and the Nigerian legal profession, while reinforcing the tradition of professional distinction among the people.
“As Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, I take particular pride in this milestone, which further affirms the enduring tradition of intellectual distinction and professional excellence among Urhobo people,” Dafinone said.
He noted that attaining the SAN rank came with a responsibility to uphold the rule of law, strengthen public confidence in the judiciary and advance justice in Nigeria.
According to him, the honour should inspire both legal practitioners to continue serving the profession and the country with integrity, diligence and commitment.
Dafinone also described their accomplishment as an encouragement to younger Urhobo professionals, saying their achievement demonstrated the value of discipline, hard work and integrity in pursuing professional excellence.
“Your accomplishments serve as an inspiration to younger generations of Urhobo professionals, demonstrating that diligence, discipline and integrity remain enduring pathways to excellence,” he said.
The senator, who congratulated the two lawyers on behalf of the people of Delta Central, expressed confidence that they would continue to make meaningful contributions to the legal profession and the administration of justice.
He also wished them greater wisdom, strength and continued success in their professional responsibilities.
The Senior Advocate of Nigeria rank is one of the highest professional distinctions in the Nigerian legal profession.
It is conferred on eligible legal practitioners in recognition of outstanding professional competence and contributions to the development of law and legal practice.
