Justice Peter Hoommuk Mallong has been confirmed dead.
Tragedy struck the Federal High Court headquarters in Abuja as it grapples with the sudden demise of one of its esteemed Judges, Hon. Justice Peter Hoommuk Mallong.
The shocking news of Justice Mallong’s passing sent the court into a state of mourning, as he departed this world on a somber Sunday evening in Abuja.
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Remarkably, the unfortunate event occurred less than 48 hours after the court commenced its yearly vacation for judges, leaving colleagues and court officials in disbelief.
Justice Peter Hoommuk Mallong Dead?
The Chief Registrar of the Court, Hassan Amida Sulaiman, officially confirmed the heartbreaking news in a brief and poignant statement released on Monday.
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The statement, bearing his personal signature, expressed the court’s deep sadness and heavy hearts upon learning of Justice Mallong’s untimely demise. He revealed that the esteemed Judge passed away unexpectedly on the 30th of July, 2023, after battling a brief illness while stationed in Abuja.
The loss of Hon. Justice Peter Hoommuk Mallong has deeply affected the legal community and everyone at the Federal High Court, where he served with distinction. Known for his dedication to the principles of justice and unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law, Justice Mallong’s absence will be keenly felt by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.
The Chief Registrar conveyed the court’s profound grief, emphasizing that Justice Mallong’s memory and contributions would be cherished beyond what mere words could convey.
As the court mourns the loss of a remarkable jurist, funeral arrangements are being made, and the details will be communicated to the public in due course, allowing all those who admired and respected Justice Mallong to pay their last respects and bid farewell to a respected and dearly missed figure in the Nigerian judiciary.
