KOGI STATE GOVERNMENT
PRESS STATEMENT
KOGI MOURNS THE PASSING OF MR. YUNUS USTAZ USMAN, SAN
- The Kogi State Government has received with deep shock and sadness, the passing of a distinguished Kogite, a legal luminary and one of the brightest stars in the legal profession until the star was dimmed by death, Mr Yunus Ustaz Usman, SAN.
- Until his death, Mr Yunus Ustaz Usman, SAN displayed exceptional professionalism and helped in building the body of legal knowledge. He was a shining example of the Kogi spirit that embodies excellence, industry and greatness.
- The Chief Servant of Kogi State, His Excellency Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo described the late Senior Advocate of Nigeria as a brilliant gentleman whose works spoke more than his words , urging young Kogites to learn from the immaculate brilliance, honesty and hardworking attributes of the late SAN.
- Our heartfelt condolences go to the good people of Dekina Local Government Area, the immediate and extended families of the late legal icon; the Nigerian Bar Association over the irreparable loss.
- The death of Mr Yunus Ustaz Usman is a loss to Dekina LGA, Kogi State, the legal profession and Nigeria as a whole. His charming legal mien and excellence will be greatly missed. May Allah repose his gentle soul.
Kingsley Femi Fanwo
Hon. Commissioner for Information and Communications
11/09/2024
