Michael Adeyanju, APC chieftain, greets OSOPADEC’s boss, Prince Poroye, over NBA Award
All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Engr. Michael Adeyanju, has congratulated the Chairman of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), Prince Biyi Poroye, on his recognition by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) with the highly coveted Friend of the Bar award.
The award, conferred during the 2025 Law Week of the NBA Akure Branch, held at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome), Akure, the capital city of Ondo State, where individuals whose contributions have significantly strengthened the legal community, advanced justice, and supported the professional welfare of legal practitioners were celebrated.
Prince Poroye, widely regarded for his dynamic leadership and commitment to grassroots development, was honored for his consistent advocacy, philanthropy, and partnership with institutions that uphold the rule of law.
In a statement issued on Friday, Engr. Adeyanju described Poroye’s recognition as “well-deserved and inspiring,” noting that the OSOPADEC Chairman has demonstrated exceptional public service marked by courage, innovation, and inclusiveness.
“Prince Biyi Poroye’s leadership ethos continues to resonate across Ondo State and beyond. His NBA ‘Friend of the Bar’ award is a testament not only to his unwavering support for the legal profession but also to his broader commitment to justice, development, and community empowerment. We are proud of this national acknowledgment of his impact, despite not being a legal practitioner, he stands out as a distinguished litigant”
He further commended Prince Poroye for fostering institutional partnerships that enhance public trust and strengthen governance in oil-producing communities within the state.
The Friend of the Bar award adds to a growing list of recognitions for Prince Poroye, who has been at the forefront of initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, education, and economic opportunities in the region. Stakeholders across political, legal, and civic circles have continued to applaud him for his transformational leadership style and people-driven policies.
As congratulatory messages continue to pour in, the honour is widely seen as both a celebration of Poroye’s accomplishments and a call to deepen collaborative efforts between public institutions and professional bodies in advancing justice and development in Nigeria.
