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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to Mr. Tolu Obamuroh on his elevation to Partner at White & Case LLP, a prestigious international law firm headquartered in New York.
Effective January 1, 2026, Obamuroh will join the firm’s International Arbitration Practice in Paris as one of only three new partners globally in this specialty, and the sole partner based in the Paris office among the firm’s 46 worldwide locations. He is also the only Nigerian-qualified lawyer in this year’s global partner class, marking a significant professional and national milestone.
Obamuroh’s career highlights include representing sovereign states and major corporations in complex cross-border disputes in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He also serves as a trusted adviser to the Government of Nigeria under the supervision of the Honourable Attorney General and Minister of Justice in various international matters.
In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu described Tolu Obamuroh’s achievement as a testament to Nigerian talent, resilience, and global excellence.
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He emphasized that Obamuroh’s success embodies the vision of a Renewed Hope Nigeria, where merit and integrity define professional distinction on the world stage.
“Mr. Obamuroh’s rise to partnership at one of the world’s most respected law firms is a powerful symbol of Nigeria’s new generation of professionals leading and excelling globally,” the President stated. He further encouraged young Nigerians to draw inspiration from Obamuroh’s dedication and discipline, proving they too can lead with impact internationally.
The President joins Obamuroh’s family, friends, colleagues, and the entire legal community in celebrating this remarkable landmark in Nigerian professional achievement.
