CJN, AGF Mourn Buhari

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, have eulogised the late former President Muhammadu Buhari.

In separate statements, the CJN and the AGF said the death of the former President marks the end of an era in Nigeria’s political and moral history.

The CJN stated that Buhari’s life was defined by duty, discipline, and a remarkable consistency of purpose.
She noted that Buhari’s unwavering commitment to the Nigerian project, despite personal and political setbacks, stands as a lasting testament to his resilience and belief in the nation’s potential.

“In a time of shifting values, Buhari’s example reminded Nigerians of the importance of perseverance, principles, and public service,” she said.

For his part, the AGF said Buhari would be remembered with profound respect for his unwavering dedication to God and country.

In his signed condolence message, the AGF described Buhari as a man of austere values, gentle strength, unyielding integrity, and a life defined by principled service in pursuit of national transformation.

He recalled how Buhari, as President, made significant strides in strengthening the administration of justice and advancing law reform.

Fagbemi wrote: “He will be remembered with profound respect for his unwavering dedication to God and country — a man of austere values, gentle strength, unyielding integrity, and a life defined by principled service in the quest for national transformation.”

“As President, the late Muhammadu Buhari made significant strides in strengthening the administration of justice and advancing law reform.

His tenure witnessed the enactment of landmark statutes, bold policy initiatives, and far-reaching institutional reforms.

“These included the modernisation of correctional services, policing, anti-money laundering frameworks, asset recovery systems, federalism through the devolution of powers, electoral reform, and the deepening of good governance.”