*NBA committee chair mourns
The Chairman, Nigerian Bar Association Remuneration Committee, Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN), has described the demise of late Justice Ahmad Belgore, as a loss to the Nigerian judiciary.
Osigwe said this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos.
Until his death, Belgore was a retired Justice of the Court of Appeal.
The news of Belgore’s demise was announced on Tuesday night by the NBA Ilorin branch.
Belgore retired as a Justice of the appellate court on April 18, 2023, on attaining the retirement age of 70.
Osigwe noted that the contributions of the late jurist to the judiciary, would not be forgotten in a hurry.
“I am saddened by the demise of the late Retired Justice Ahmad Olanrewaju Belgore, JCA.
“His passing has left a void in our hearts and in the legal fraternity that will be deeply felt for years to come.
“Justice Belgore was not merely a legal luminary; he was a towering figure whose contributions to the legal profession and the community at large were nothing short of extraordinary.
“His dedication to the pursuit of justice, his unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law, and his profound impact on the lives of countless individuals are a testament to his exceptional character and unparalleled integrity,” he said
He noted that Belgore’s judgments were marked by wisdom, fairness, and a keen sense of justice, adding that his rulings reflected a deep understanding of the law and a steadfast commitment to ensuring that justice was served.
“Throughout his illustrious career, he upheld the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues, peers, and the public alike.
“I extend my deepest condolences to the family of Justice Belgore, the Ilorin emirate, the bar, and the bench.
“May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his memory continue to be a source of comfort and inspiration to us all,” he said
The late Belgore was born on April 18, 1953.
He studied Law at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he bagged a degree in Law with specialisation in Islamic Law.
He finished from the Nigerian Law School Lagos, and was enrolled as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
