The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Tanko Muhammad, GCON (rtd.), who passed away at the age of 71 in a hospital in Saudi Arabia.
In a press statement signed by Ismaila Misilli, Director-General Press Affairs Gombe Government House, Yahaya, on behalf of his colleagues in the NSGF, described the passing of the former Chief Justice as a significant loss to Nigeria, particularly to the judiciary and the legal profession.
He said, “the news was received with profound sadness, noting that Justice Muhammad was a distinguished jurist whose life was defined by integrity, humility and commitment to justice.”
According to the governor, throughout his judicial career, Justice Muhammad upheld the highest ideals of the Bench, demonstrating fairness, courage and deep respect for the rule of law.
He added “as Chief Justice of Nigeria, the late jurist discharged his duties with wisdom and restraint, leaving behind a legacy of service that will continue to inspire generations of legal practitioners.”
The NSGF Chairman, extended his condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the government and people Bauchi State as well as members of the judiciary, praying Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased and grant him Aljannat Firdaus.
