A judge in the Federal High Court, Justice Peter Mallong, has died.

Thelagostimes gathered that the judge died on Sunday after a brief illness.

Chief Registrar of the Court, Hassan Amida Sulaiman, confirmed the tragic news in a heartfelt statement released on Monday.

The statement read, “It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of our own , hon. Justice Peter Hoommuk Mallong.

“Justice Mallong, an esteemed figure within the Federal High Court, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2023, in Abuja, following a brief illness.”

According to Sulaiman, “his sudden departure has left a significant void in the court. His absence is a great loss that is difficult to articulate.”

The statement further noted that arrangements for Justice Mallong’s funeral would be made public in due course.