I am a diligent and conscientious legal professional with a broad track record in adjudication, research, and administration. I thrive in fast-paced judicial settings, enjoy mentoring colleagues, and am committed to delivering fair, well-reasoned outcomes while upholding the highest standards of integrity. I value continuous learning and public service, and I bring clear communication, rigorous analysis, and collaborative leadership to every role I undertake.…

Olatunji Lateef Abu

I am a diligent and conscientious legal professional with a broad track record in adjudication, research, and administration. I thrive in fast-paced judicial settings, enjoy mentoring colleagues, and am committed to delivering fair, well-reasoned outcomes while upholding the highest standards of integrity. I value continuous learning and public service, and I bring clear communication, rigorous analysis, and collaborative leadership to every role I undertake.…

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Work Experience

Manager at Blessed Computer Academy
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Managed operations and administrative tasks at Blessed Computer Academy in Arigidi, coordinating staff and student activities.
Litigation Officer at Segun Lema & Co
January 1, 2013 - Present
Handled case research, drafted pleadings, and supported litigation processes for clients in Okitipupa, Ondo State.
External at Otunba Bolanle & Co
January 1, 2014 - Present
Provided external/legal advisory and document review in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Counsel at Ministry of Justice, Ilorin
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Provided legal counsel to the Kwara State judiciary and participated in legal matters.
Presiding Officer (Adhoc Staff) at Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Oversaw Presidential & National Assembly Elections proceedings as an adhoc presiding officer in Ilorin, Kwara State.
Head of Chamber at Segun Lema & Co
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Head of chamber overseeing legal practice, case management, and client liaison in Okitipupa, Ondo State.
Secretary at Administrative Panel of Inquiry, Ondo State Judicial Service Commission
January 1, 2018 - Present
Secretarial support and coordination for investigations and inquiries within the Ondo State judiciary.
Magistrate (Grade II) at Chief Magistrates’ Court, Isua-Akoko
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Assisted presiding magistrates; performed judicial duties as Magistrate Grade II.
Magistrate (Grade II) at Chief Magistrates’ Court, Oka-Akoko
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Judicial responsibilities as Magistrate Grade II in Oka-Akoko.
Magistrate (Grade II) at Chief Magistrates’ Court, Ilara-Mokin
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Judicial duties in Ilara-Mokin as Magistrate Grade II.
Magistrate (Grade I) at Chief Magistrates’ Court, Akure
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Promoted to Magistrate Grade I; presided over cases and administered court in Akure.
Secretary at Local Government Election Petition Tribunal, Ifedore Local Government
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Secretarial support and administrative work for election petition tribunal.
Presiding Magistrate at Special Court, Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) for Traffic Offence, Akure
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Presided over traffic offence cases at FRSC Special Court, Akure, Ondo State.
Magistrate (Grade I) at Chief Magistrates’ Court, Supare-Akoko
January 1, 2023 - Present
Magistrate Grade I duties in Supare-Akoko.
Senior Magistrate (Grade II) at Chief Magistrates’ Court, Oba-Akoko
January 1, 2024 - Present
Senior Magistrate Grade II responsibilities in Oba-Akoko.

Education

Barrister at Law (BL) at Nigerian Law School, Kano State, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
West African School Certificate (WASC) at West African Examinations Council (WAEC)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Senior Secondary School Certificate (NECO) at National Examinations Council (NECO)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Primary School Leaving Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999

Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Education