"on The Mound Podcast" With Okey Ndibe & Emeka Onyeagwa

In this enlightening episode of the Offside Musings Podcast's 'Nigerian Civil Liberties Series', we are honored to welcome Olisa Agbakoba, a renowned figure in the realm of human rights and legal advocacy in Nigeria. A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association and a key founder of the Civil Liberties Organization, Agbakoba's journey is both inspiring and thought-provoking. We explore his early motivations for pursuing law, influenced by his father's legacy as the Chief Justice of old Anambra State, and his conscious decision to champion the rights of the marginalized over joining the elite echelons of society. Agbakoba shares the founding story of the CLO during Nigeria's military regime, the challenges in rallying activists, and his personal sacrifices in the face of daunting opposition. This episode not only sheds light on his remarkable contributions but also delves into the current state of human rights and judicial reforms in Nigeria. Join us as Olisa Agbakoba imparts his w