Former Chief Justice of Nigeria Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad has died in Saudi Arabia.
The retired head of the Nigerian judiciary passed away in the early hours of Tuesday at a hospital where he was receiving medical treatment. His death was confirmed by senior officials close to the family.
Justice Muhammad served as Chief Justice of Nigeria from 2019 to 2022, during which he oversaw significant judicial activities and reforms. He was known for his long career in the judiciary, having served at various levels including the Supreme Court.
Tributes have begun to pour in from legal practitioners senior advocates and public officials who described him as a disciplined jurist and committed public servant. Many acknowledged his contributions to Nigeria’s justice system and his decades of service to the nation.
Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family in line with Islamic rites. His passing marks the end of an era in Nigeria’s judicial history.
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