Human Right Activist and Lawyer Bamidele Aturu Passes on

Human rights activist and lawyer, Bamidele Aturu has just passed away.
The young man who is only 49 died on Wednesday July 9th, after an undisclosed illness, this was according to Sahara Reporters.

Bamidele Aturu  has been a staunch crusader against power abuse, he first gained prominence when he was a member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in 1988, after refusing a handshake from military administrator – Lawan Gwadabe during the program’s passing out parade. The rationale for this action was because of his belief that the Nigerian military threatened the democratic aspirations of the country’s citizens.
Aturu went on to study law at University of Ife, and subsequently dedicated his legal career to representing marginalized groups and individuals.

Our condolences goes  to his family and loved ones.

R.I.P. B.A

Credit: Sahara Reporters

7/09/2014