A prominent lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Yunus Ustaz Usman, is dead. The Kaduna Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) announced his passing with deep regret earlier this morning.
In an official notice, the Chairman of the NBA Kaduna Branch, Godwin O. Ochai, Esq., expressed profound sorrow at the loss of Usman, stating:
“INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAIHI RAJI’UN (From Allah we come and to Allah we return). The Nigerian Bar Association, Kaduna Branch, announces with deep regret the painful passing of our esteemed Leader, Yunus Ustaz Usman, SAN, this morning. Yunus Ustaz Usman, SAN, was a distinguished and respected member of the Bar, known for his exceptional legal expertise, professionalism, and contributions to the development of the legal profession in Nigeria. We pray that Allah grants him eternal rest, forgiveness, and admission into Al-Jannah Firdaus. May He also comfort and strengthen his family, the Bar, and loved ones during this difficult period. The Kaduna Bar will miss his wisdom, expertise, and contributions. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.”**
Born on November 15, 1957, in Ogbogodo Village, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, Usman’s life was marked by extraordinary achievements and an unwavering commitment to the law. He was called to the Nigerian Bar on July 30, 1983, beginning a legal career that would see him rise to the pinnacle of the profession. In recognition of his legal acumen and service, he was
conferred with the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), becoming only the
fifth person from Northern Nigeria to achieve this honor.
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