Supreme Court Justice Ogwuegbu Passes Away: President Tinubu Extends Condolences

Supreme Court Justice Ogwuegbu Passes Away: President Tinubu Extends Condolences

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Justice Emmanuel Obioma Ogwuegbu, a former Supreme Court judge. He extended his heartfelt condolences...CONTINUE READING…

to Ogwuegbu’s family, the legal community, and the judiciary.

Justice Ogwuegbu, born in 1933 in Amainyi, Imo State, dedicated over fifty years to Nigeria’s judiciary. His legacy includes groundbreaking rulings that have shaped Nigerian law, especially in areas such as federalism, university autonomy, and banking regulations.

In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended Justice Ogwuegbu’s pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s legal system, noting his unwavering commitment to justice, integrity, and discipline.

President Tinubu reflected on Justice Ogwuegbu’s immense contributions, particularly his mentoring of generations of judges and lawyers. His tenure on the Supreme Court left a profound impact, with his rulings becoming key to Nigeria’s legal framework. Ogwuegbu also played a significant role in the country’s post-democracy recovery, chairing the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into human rights abuses in 1999.

Tinubu highlighted that Ogwuegbu’s contributions will continue to inspire future generations of legal professionals, ensuring his legacy endures in the quest for justice in Nigeria. The president offered prayers for comfort to Ogwuegbu’s family and eternal peace for his soul.