It was a sorrowful moment at a Magistrate court on Monday in Rivers State following the sudden collapse of one Barrister Eze Agala who was later confirmed dead.
The Nigerian Lawyer, an online platform, Barr. Agala was attending court sessions when he suddenly collapsed over within the courthouse. “He was quickly rushed to the nearby Police Clinic but was sadly confirmed dead on arrival by medics,” the portal reported, citing eyewitnesses.
According to the report, “the tragic incident has elicited great sadness amongst lawyers who knew Agala well,” and added: Many grieving colleagues gathered at the clinic while hoping he would regain consciousness, only to be met with devastating loss.”
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The report quoted a senior lawyer as communicating the sad news to peers via a solemn statement: “it is with a heavy heart that I share this awful news about our colleague Eze. I just witnessed his lifeless body at the police clinic after his collapse at court. He was a jolly good fellow, always full of life”
“ Eze Agala Esq. was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2003, embarking on a vibrant career that made him popular within the courts and legal circles. His sudden passing represents a major blow, robbing the profession of a witty, charismatic character known for his joie de vivre spirit and camaraderie.
“As the legal community mourns the tragic loss of one of their own, many have paid tribute to Agala’s warmth and excellence as a lawyer”.
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