The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, on Friday mourned the demise of Justice Emmanuel Ogwuegbu, a former Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
Obi in a statement expressed @PeterObi,
“I have just received the sad news of the passing of Justice Emmanuel Ogwuegbu, a former Supreme Court Justice whose legacy of truth, justice, and fairness is celebrated nationwide.
“Justice Ogwuegbu’s long records in the Judiciary, 11 years of which were in the Supreme Court, say a lot about his professional prowess.
“Remarkably on display during his tenure was an unwavering commitment to justice, steadfast dedication to truth, and defense of the rule of law.
“Justice Ogwuegbu’s legacy is especially significant in a time when the judiciary, like our politics, faces unprecedented challenges, with justice often appearing transactional rather than the refuge of the common man. He was a beacon of integrity, ensuring fairness for all, irrespective of status.
“As we mourn his passing, we take comfort in the enduring mark he left on our judiciary. His dedication to justice, fairness, and truth will remain a guiding light. I respectfully encourage those in the judiciary today to uphold the same standards of honor and integrity.
“On behalf of my family and the Obidient family, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Ogwuegbu family and the entire legal community. May God grant them, and all of us, the strength to bear this loss, and may He grant Justice Ogwuegbu eternal peace. May God continue to protect and bless his family always. -PO”