President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the family, friends, and colleagues of the late Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais, the former Chief Justice of Nigeria, who died on Friday at the age of 89.
In a statement issued by his Special adviser on information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Justice Uwais as a phenomenal jurist and statesman who served Nigeria with honour, courage, and exceptional integrity.
He noted that Justice Uwais’ illustrious career was marked by many remarkable highpoints, including his role in ushering in the current democratic dispensation.
As Chief Justice, Justice Uwais swore in the elected president on May 29, 1999, a milestone that marked the beginning of Nigeria’s current democratic era. The President also highlighted Justice Uwais’ leadership of a panel that investigated the conduct of Nigeria’s elections, producing a critical report that contained a detailed prognosis of the electoral system.
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Tinubu praised Justice Uwais for maintaining a dignified persona, earning him respect beyond his immediate constituency.
He prayed for the repose of Justice Uwais’ soul and extended his heartfelt condolences to the Uwais family, the government and people of Kaduna State, and the members of the Nigerian Judiciary.
Justice Uwais’ passing on Eid-Al-Adha has drawn tributes from across the country, with many mourning the loss of a respected patriot and statesman.
(Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe)
