BY DR. ALARI-ENOMA EDOSA
In corridors where justice seeks its voice,
You strode; steady, sure, a mentor in each choice.
Dr. Samson Osagie, whose name became the vow
That equity and dignity would never bow.
When the scales were tilted by fear or by might,
You lifted the balance into the light.
As Attorney‑General and Commissioner for Justice in Edo State, you served
With tireless mind, with seasoned will, untired nerve.
You reaffirmed this land’s resolve: transparency, open doors,
In the “Strengthening Accountability and Governance in Nigeria Initiative” you helped set the course.
You championed the right of every citizen to seek their redress,
Through mediation, legal‑aid reforms, the weak no longer less.
You vowed justice swift and sure: convictions affirmed,
In the highest court the sentence upheld a resolute stand confirmed.
In the face of grave allegations, you stood firm, cleared, returned,
Your loyalty to service steadfast, your integrity confirmed.
And when matters of children’s rights and safety rose to alarm,
You answered with speed, compassion, law’s protective arm.
O guide, O mentor, O friend,
You carried not just title, but the weight of lives and hopes.
In decisions quiet but mighty, in reforms that humbly ripple,
You showed that leadership can serve, uplift, and heal.
Now, as the chapter turns and you step toward fresh fields,
Know that your steps leave footprints many will follow. We your supporters, your admirers, your loyal witnesses, stand ready to walk beside you in whatever path you choose.
May the future’s dawn greet you with open sky,
May opportunity blossom in vistas you explore.
And may your legacy here in Edo’s courts and streets
Endure as testament to what a leader can be.
With deepest respect and enduring loyalty,
We send you forth, Dr. Samson Osagie;
May your wisdom continue to kindle hope,
May your heart continue to champion justice,
And may your name remain, in memory and in action,
A beacon bright for those who follow.
