Jonathan
Majiyagbe, a senior advocate of Nigeria, is the principal counsel of the
law firm J. B. Majiyagbe & Company, in Kano. A member of the Nigerian and
English bars, Majiyagbe also belongs to the Honourable Body of Benchers,
the panel that evaluates the qualifications of those seeking to practice
law in Nigeria and formally calls them to the bar. He is a graduate of
London University and a member of the Chartered Institute of
Arbitrators, London.
Majiyagbe is chairman of the Kano State branch of the Nigerian Red Cross
Society and was for many years chancellor of the Anglican Diocese of
Kano. He is also a member of the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry,
Mines, and Agriculture and is trustee of various international cultural
organizations. |
A Rotarian
since 1967, Majiyagbe has served RI as district governor, International
Assembly discussion leader, committee member and chairman, Foundation
trustee, aide to the president, and director. He is past chairman of the
African Regional PolioPlus Committee and the African Affairs Committee.
Majiyagbe is currently a member of the Rotary Club of Kano. He and his
wife, Ade, are Major Donors to The Rotary Foundation.
Rotary International Press Release |
