The Federal High Court has announced the death of Hon. Justice Mohammed Nasir Yunusa of the Kano Judicial Division.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the Court’s Director of Information, Catherine Oby Christopher, said Justice Yunusa died on Thursday, May 21, 2026, after a brief illness.

“His Lordship passed away at the State Medical Centre, Kano, and has since been laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.

“Hon. Justice M. N. Yunusa was a distinguished jurist who served with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the administration of justice.

His immense contributions to the Bench and the legal profession will be fondly remembered and greatly cherished by his colleagues, members of the outer Bar, court staff, and all who had the privilege of working with him.

“The Chief Judge, Judges, Management, and Staff of the Federal High Court extend their heartfelt condolences to his immediate family and pray that Almighty God grants them the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss”, the statement reads