House Resolution 1449
By: Representatives Adeyina of the 110th, Adesanya of the 43rd, Okoye of the 102nd, Olaleye
of the 59th, and Holly of the 116th
A RESOLUTION
Commending Adekunle Rasheed Okiki Adegoke, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, for his
distinguished legal service, human rights advocacy, and contributions to democratic
governance; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Adekunle Rasheed Okiki Adegoke, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), is an
internationally respected legal practitioner, constitutional scholar, and human rights advocate
whose career spans more than three decades of exemplary service to the rule of law,
democratic governance, and social justice; and
WHEREAS, born on September 5, 1969, in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria, Mr. Adegoke has
distinguished himself through academic excellence, earning a Bachelor of Laws degree with
Second Class Upper Honors from the University of Lagos, a Barrister-at-Law qualification
from the Nigerian Law School, and a Master of Laws degree from the University of Lagos
with a perfect CGPA of 4.0; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of his outstanding professional achievements and advocacy at the
highest levels of legal practice, Mr. Adegoke was conferred with the prestigious rank of
Senior Advocate of Nigeria in 2020, one of the highest honors within the Nigerian legal
profession; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adegoke has served as Managing Partner and Principal Partner of leading
law firms, including M. A. Banire & Associates and Kunle Adegoke & Co., providing
strategic legal counsel in constitutional law, election litigation, commercial law, and
international arbitration, including representation of a West African nation before the
International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID); and
WHEREAS, he has made enduring scholarly contributions through numerous legal
publications, journals, textbooks, and policy papers addressing constitutionalism, contract
law, cyber law, judicial reform, secured credit, and democratic accountability, thereby
shaping legal thought and practice in Nigeria and beyond; and
WHEREAS, as a lifelong human rights advocate, Mr. Adegoke has devoted substantial
portions of his legal career to pro bono representation in cases involving environmental
justice, labor rights, freedom of information, electoral integrity, and the protection of indigent
and marginalized persons, often confronting powerful institutions in defense of the public
interest; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adegoke has played a significant role in the strengthening of democratic
institutions in Nigeria by serving as counsel in numerous landmark election petitions before
tribunals, appellate courts, and the Supreme Court of Nigeria, thereby reinforcing
constitutional order and electoral legitimacy; and
WHEREAS, his leadership extends beyond litigation into civic engagement, having served
in numerous professional, academic, and civil society organizations, including the Nigerian
Bar Association, the International Bar Association, human rights organizations, electoral
reform committees, and socio-political development initiatives; and
WHEREAS, through international conferences, United Nations engagements, and global
legal forums across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, Mr. Adegoke
has represented the legal profession of Nigeria with distinction, fostering cross-border
dialogue on justice, governance, and the rule of law; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes that the promotion of
democratic values, constitutional governance, and human rights is a shared global
responsibility, and that individuals such as Adekunle Rasheed Okiki Adegoke exemplify the
ideals of justice, integrity, and public service admired and upheld by the people of the State
of Georgia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend Adekunle Rasheed Okiki Adegoke for his distinguished
career in law, unwavering commitment to human rights, and outstanding contributions to
democratic governance and legal development, and extend best wishes for continued success
in all his professional and civic endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Adekunle Rasheed Okiki Adegoke.