The Supreme Court Tuesday in Abuja held a valedictory court session in honour of the late Justice Chima Centus Nweze at the main courtroom.
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), who presided over the session, described the late Justice Nweze as a man who had contributed significantly to the enhancement of the Nigerian judiciary sector among other remarkable milestone achievement in accordance with the rule.
He said: “Nweze that I knew very well and had remarkable acquaintance with, was a dogged fighter for whatever cause he believed in. Yet, an astute advocate of the arts of mediation and reconciliation.
“He became a formidable refuge to a vast clan of followers who continually drew inspiration, succour and strength to guide their journey through life.”
Also paying tributes to the late justice, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Abdulateef Fagbemi, commended the apex court for honouring Nweze for his outstanding contribution to laws and nation.
Represented by the permanent secretary and Solicitor General of the Federation, Mrs Beatrice Jeddy-Agba, the AGF said: “His judicial activism, intellectualism and exploit will continue to illuminate the legal jurisprudence.”
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Yakubu Maikyau, praised Nweze for his contribution, erudition and promotion of the country’s laws.
The Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria was represented by Damian Dodo at the occasion.
