Just in: Read why Saraki has been thrown into mourning

– Senate president Bukola Saraki has expressed grief over the death of late Justice James Omo-Agege

– Saraki commiserated with the families of the late judge and the people of Delta state

– He described him as a reputable jurist who died when he was most needed

Justice James Omo-Agege, a former chief judge of Delta state.

Senate president Bukola Saraki, has expressed sadness over the demise of Justice James Omo-Agege, a former chief judge of Delta state.

In a statement by Yusuph Olaniyonu, his special adviser on media and publicity in Abuja, said the late chief judge who is the father of Ovie Omo-Agege, the senator representing Delta central, departed at a time his services were most needed.

He described him as a reputable jurist whose seminal judgements would continue to serve as precedents in the legal profession.

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He commiserated with the Omo-Agege’s dynasty of Orhomurun Orogun, Senator Ovie, the government and people of Delta state over death of the patriarch.

“My heart goes out to the Omo-Agege’s family and the entire people of Edo and Delta states, whom the late Justice served so diligently during his active years.

“A cursory look at Justice Omo-Agege’s years on the Bench, reveals a trailblazer, a man of courage and integrity with deep knowledge of the law which he applied for the benefit of the society. His contributions to the development of the judiciary in particular and the country in general are highly remarkable.

“I cannot but agree with you that ‘his love for the rule of law and the judiciary is etched in history for all time. We can only celebrate his greatness. He will be sorely missed,” he said.

While praying for the sweet repose of the soul of the deceased, Saraki urged the family to be consoled by the worthy legacy of selflessness and distinguished service left behind by their patriarch.

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The former chief judge, 83, who died after a brief illness, hails from Orogun in Ughelli North local government area of Delta state.

He was the state chief judge between October 3, 1993 and November 4, 1998.

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