Bayero, Appeal Court judge, buried in Kano
Justice Abdullahi Mahmud Bayero of the Court of Appeal, Kaduna Division, who passed away last week in Cairo, Egypt, has been laid to rest in Kano. Family sources confirmed that the funeral prayer was conducted at the Kano Emir’s Palace around 5:00 pm, yesterday with relatives, colleagues, and members of the public in attendance. He […]
Justice Abdullahi Mahmud Bayero, a distinguished judge at the Court of Appeal in Kaduna Division, passed away recently in Cairo, Egypt. His funeral prayer took place at Kano Emir’s Palace in the late afternoon, attended by relatives, colleagues, and community members. Following the prayer, he was buried at Farm Centre Cemetery in Kano.
Elevated from the Kano State High Court to the Court of Appeal in 2018, Justice Bayero's tenure was marked by his unwavering commitment to justice. Known for his integrity and fairness, he delivered landmark judgments on criminal case transfers, fundamental rights enforcement, and capital offences. His passing has prompted widespread expressions of condolences and prayers for his soul.
Beyond his judicial duties, Justice Bayero was admired for his generosity and dedication to defending Islam during Kano's formative years. Well-wishers have implored Allah to forgive his perceived shortcomings, accept his good deeds, and bestow him the highest status in Jannatul Firdaus.
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