Describes him as a man of integrity and steadfast commitment to rule of law
By Suzan Edeh, Bauchi
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has mourned the death of former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad.
Late Tanko died in Saudi Arabian hospital after a prolonged illness at the age of 72.
Governor Bohammed in a press statement his Media Aide, Mukhtar Gidado on Tuesday, described the late Justice as a man of integrity and steadfast commitment to rule of law.
Mohammed said Tanko was a venerable jurist whose life and career exemplified dedication to duty, integrity in service and steadfast commitment to the rule of law.
“During his illustrious career, Justice Tanko Muhammad was widely respected for his legal acumen, his discipline, and his contributions to the development of Nigeria’s judicial system. His elevation to the national honour of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) was a testimony to his impactful service to the nation”.
“Justice Tanko Muhammad exemplified the qualities of a patriotic Nigerian whose life was committed to the service of justice and the advancement of our great nation. His passing is a significant loss not only to Bauchi State but to the Nigerian judiciary and the rule of law” he said.
Mohammed extended his condolences to the entire family of the late jurist, friends, colleagues in the legal profession, and the citizens of Bauchi State and Nigeria at large.