Honourable Justice Godwin U. Ononiba, OON, is a legal colossus with an august personality. His Lordship is a quintessential and an oracular jurist who bequeathed honesty and integrity, the precious, priceless and scarce hallmarks of a Judex, to the Nigerian Judiciary. His Lordshp’s legacy is impervious to eclipse!
A man of great intellect and integrity, who is committed to unfettered justice, my official and personal interactions with him over the years has been consistently ennobling. I salute him.
Honourable Justice Godwin Ude Ononiba is unarguably the Messiah of the Judiciary in Anambra State… not only has Honourable Justice Ononiba done what Napoleon could not do, but has set a record which will be difficult, if not impossible, to equal.
About Justice Godwin Ude Ononiba
Justice Godwin Ude Ononiba, Chief Judge Emeritus of Anambra State, is a distinguished jurist, revered traditional leader, and dedicated public servant. Known for his unwavering commitment to justice and integrity, he implemented transformative reforms that strengthened the judiciary and restored public confidence in the legal system. A recipient of the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), he also serves as the Traditional Prime Minister (Onowu) of Nimo, upholding his family’s rich cultural heritage. His legacy continues to inspire both the legal and traditional leadership spheres.