The oldest Senior Advocate of Nigeria, notable constitutional lawyer and onetime Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Professor Ben Nwabueze, died Sunday evening at the age of 92.
Family sources said the notable Senior Advocate who was born in 1931 in Atani, Anambra State died in his home .
Conforming the news of his death, Vice-President, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Damian Okeke-Ogene, said the Prof. Nwabueze would be missed for his “selfless service and dedication” to the progress of Nigeria.
Okeke-Ogene said, “It is a great loss both to Nigeria and the Igbo nation. He was a very decent constitutional lawyer and minister par excellence. He was known for being vocal and ensuring an anti-corrupt system.
“Indeed, the evolution of the entire legal system in Nigeria would not be complete without mentioning his invaluable contributions.”
He had an illustrious legal career and was considered one of Nigeria’s foremost constitutional experts. Nwabueze also served as Secretary General of the Igbo socio-cultural group Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
Known for his doggedness, Nwabuze authored many books on constitutional law and governance. He was a staunch advocate for constitutional democracy and rule of law in Nigeria.
His death is being mourned by the legal community and Igbo leaders. Many described him as an icon whose contributions to the field of law and Nigerian democracy will be immortalized.
The erudite professor and author will be remembered for his legal acumen, principled stance on national issues, and advocacy for constitutional order. His passing is a huge loss to Nigeria’s legal academia and public affairs.
