The news of the passing of Barrister Kennedy Olisa Odimegwu has struck me with profound sorrow and a deep sense of personal loss. It is never easy to find words when a light so steady and true is extinguished far too soon.
Kennedy was more than a colleague in the legal profession — he was a dependable friend, a man of immense warmth, and a soul deeply anchored in humility and service. His quiet dignity, tireless devotion to the law, and his sense of justice stood as a model for many. In and out of the courtroom, he carried himself with a grace that left a lasting impression on all who encountered him.
Fifty-seven years may seem brief, but within those years, Kennedy lived a life of impact, one defined by integrity, compassion, and strength. He served his family, his profession, and his community with honour. The weight of his absence will be felt not only by those closest to him but also by the legal community that held him in high regard.
To the Odimegwu family, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of
CONDOLENCE MESSAGE FROM CHIEF EMEKA A. OBEGOLU, SAN, FCIArb, FICMC
The news of the passing of Barrister Kennedy Olisa Odimegwu has struck me with profound sorrow and a deep sense of personal loss. It is never easy to find words when a light so steady and true is extinguished far too soon.
Kennedy was more than a colleague in the legal profession — he was a dependable friend, a man of immense warmth, and a soul deeply anchored in humility and service. His quiet dignity, tireless devotion to the law, and his sense of justice stood as a model for many. In and out of the courtroom, he carried himself with a grace that left a lasting impression on all who encountered him.
Fifty-seven years may seem brief, but within those years, Kennedy lived a life of impact — one defined by integrity, compassion, and strength. He served his family, his profession, and his community with honour. The weight of his absence will be felt not only by those closest to him but also by the legal community that held him in high regard.
To the Odimegwu family, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of unimaginable loss. May the Lord give you comfort and strength, and may the legacy Kennedy leaves behind inspire us all to live lives of greater meaning and service.
Rest in peace, my dear brother and friend.
Your light may have dimmed, but it will never be forgotten.
Chief Emeka Akajiugo Obegolu, SAN, FCIArb, FICMC
Past General Secretary, Nigerian Bar Association
President, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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