Former governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Kalu, has described the late Braithwaite as a patriotic Nigerian, whose contributions to the social and political advancement of the country would be remembered by Nigerians for years to come. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser, Kunle Oyewumi, Kalu said: “The passing of Dr. Tunji Braithwaite is painful as he died at a time the country needed his counsel on national issues. “He was an outstanding statesman by all standards.
He demonstrated selflessness and forthrightness in his legal and political endeavours.” National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Bola Tinubu said: “ His death has left a vacuum in the political firmament of Nigeria. But though dead, he lives behind a robust political legacy and his vibrant intellectual contributions to the polity will remain relevant for a long time to come.
“He was a staunch advocate of a united and progressive Nigeria.”
Also, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar described him as a man who was consistent in the pursuit of his convictions. He said that his death has robbed the country of one of its greatest giants not only in the field of law, but also in politics. Atiku, in a statement by his media office in Abuja yesterday said he particularly admired the late Braithwaite because of his unwavering commitment to constitutional reforms, especially his agitation for restructuring of the country. Similarly, Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, described as “a great loss,” the death of Dr. Tunji Braithwaite. Amosun said: “He will be remembered, not just for his contributions to the legal profession, but also to the development of democratic ethos in Nigeria.”
In his tribute, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, expressed shock and sadness over the demise of Braithwaite. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Habib Aruna, Ambode said Braithwaite’s demise was a great loss to both the state and the nation.
