President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad.
In a condolence message issued on Tuesday by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the late jurist as an eminent legal mind, a disciplined administrator, and a dedicated public servant who devoted the greater part of his life to the service of justice and the strengthening of Nigeria’s judiciary.
The President noted that Justice Tanko’s distinguished career on the Bench, which culminated in his appointment as Chief Justice of Nigeria, was defined by integrity, courage, and an commitment to the rule of law.
The Nigerian Leader said that “the late former CJN made invaluable contributions to the development of Nigeria’s legal system, leaving behind a legacy that will endure, particularly among the many legal professionals he mentored during his years of service.”
President Tinubu extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, the Supreme Court of Nigeria, members of the Bar and the Bench, as well as the government and people of Bauchi State.
He prayed that Almighty Allah grant the late Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad eternal rest.
Justice Tanko, 71, from Bauchi State, died on Tuesday in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He served as Chief Justice of Nigeria between 2019 and 2022.
Lateefah Ibrahim