one of Nigeria's foremost human rights lawyers, pro-democracy advocates, and public intellectuals, with over four decades of distinguished service in the promotion of justice, constitutionalism, and social transformation.
Widely respected for his principled activism, he has been at the forefront of numerous struggles for human rights, democratic governance, and the protection of vulnerable and marginalized groups in Nigeria.
A former Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Edo State, Dr. Obayuwana is renowned for championing due process, public participation in governance, and access to justice. He has also served as National President of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), one of Nigeria’s leading human rights organizations, and remains a respected voice on issues of law, democracy, and social justice.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Obayuwana is committed to advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Network for the Advancement of People with Visible Disabilities (NAPVID), where he contributes his wealth of experience in governance, advocacy, and human rights to support the organization's mission.
His enduring legacy is defined by courage, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice and human dignity.
