Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan has commiserated with the family of the immediate past Chief Justice of Bayelsa State, Hon. Kate Abiri.
The Yenegoa branch Chairman of Aleibiri Federal Community, Bibobra Kitchen announced the demise of Justice Abiri on Thursday morning.
In a condolence message on Friday, Jonathan said Justice Abiri was a jurist with an enviable track record of honesty, integrity, and steadfastness in the pursuit of truth and justice.
He also said:
“She was an incorruptible judge, a symbol of courage, hope and inspiration to many across the country.
“As a member of the bench, she was a dedicated servant in the temple of justice,known for her piety and total commitment to upholding the rule of law.
“Her death is a big loss to her family, Bayelsa and members of the legal profession.I urge them to find solace in her notable strides and the fulling life that she lived.
“She will be missed by many Nigerians across the country; I pray that God grants all the bereaved the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”
