Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated two illustrious sons of the Urhobo Nation, Jim Okodaso, SAN, and Onome Okodiya, SAN, on their elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).
Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, described their admission into the Inner Bar as a significant recognition of professional excellence, intellectual accomplishment, integrity and unwavering commitment to the administration of justice in Nigeria.
According to the senator, the achievement has brought honour to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State and the Nigerian legal profession, further reinforcing the tradition of intellectual distinction and professional excellence among the Urhobo 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 the prestigious rank comes with greater responsibilities, urging the newly elevated senior advocates to remain committed to upholding the rule of law, strengthening public confidence in the judiciary and advancing the cause of justice.
Dafinone expressed confidence that both legal practitioners would continue to distinguish themselves through their professional conduct and contributions to the legal profession and the nation.
The senator also described their accomplishments as a source of inspiration to younger generations of Urhobo professionals, noting that their achievements demonstrate the enduring value of diligence, discipline and integrity in the pursuit of 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 stated.
On behalf of the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Dafinone congratulated Okodaso and Okodiya on the milestone and wished them greater wisdom, strength and continued success in their service to the legal profession and Nigeria.
The conferment of the SAN rank is widely regarded as one of the highest professional distinctions in Nigeria’s legal profession, recognising exceptional advocacy, professional competence and significant contributions to the development of law and the administration of justice.
