Nigeria’s former Chief Justice, Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais is dead.
Uwais who died at the age of 89, was born on June 12, 1936, in Zaria, Kaduna State. He served as Chief Justice of Nigeria from 1995 to 2006.
He was widely respected for his steadfast commitment to judicial reform and the protection of judicial independence throughout his tenure.
The family confirmed his passing in a brief statement, saying: “Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihir Rajiun. With hearts heavy yet full of gratitude to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais, former Chief Justice of the Federation.”
According to the statement, funeral rites were scheduled to take place immediately after Juma’at prayers today at the National Mosque in Abuja.
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