Justice Egbert Udo Udoma's Legacy in Nigerian Justice
Justice Egbert Udo Udoma, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court and a Knight of the British Empire (KBE), was a significant figure in Nigeria's legal and political landscape. He was instrumental in the agitation for political recognition through state creation, notably contributing to the establishment of Akwa Ibom State on 23 September 1987.
In a memorable encounter in the 1990s, journalist Sam Akpe, then head of features at the Akwa Ibom Newspaper Corporation, interviewed Justice Udoma at his home in Ikot Abasi. Despite arriving almost an hour early, Akpe and his colleague Ikpong Essienudom had to wait for the justice to complete his morning routine.
This experience underscored Udoma's strict adherence to punctuality and personal routines. Born on 21 June 1917, Justice Udoma was recognized for his remarkable achievements as a nationalist and champion of justice for oppressed minorities, leaving a lasting legacy in Nigeria.
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