Profile ofJustice Boloukuoromo Moses Ugo

Hon. Justice Boloukuoromo Moses Ugo is a prominent Nigerian judge serving on the panel of Nigeria’s Presidential Election Petition Court. Hailing from Kolokuma/Qpokuma Local Government Area in Bayelsa State, South-south Nigeria, he holds a distinguished position in the legal field.

At 57 years old, Justice Ugo is the youngest among the judges on the Presidential Election Petition Court panel. He obtained his law degree from the University of Calabar and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1990 after attending the Lagos campus of the Nigerian Law School from 1989 to 1990.

His career on the bench has spanned 17 years, including eight years as a judge in the Bayelsa State High Court before his elevation to the Court of Appeal on 24 March 2014. Currently holding the 44th position on the Court of Appeal’s roll call, Justice Ugo has been diligently serving in this capacity for nine years.

Throughout his legal career, Justice Ugo has accumulated a remarkable 33 years of experience, showcasing his dedication and expertise in the legal profession. Although not extensively covered in the media, his contributions and achievements as a judge can be found through diligent research in law reports.

Being part of the panel for Nigeria’s Presidential Election Petition Court marks a pivotal moment in Justice Ugo’s career, propelling him to a national, if not global stage. This role provides a unique opportunity for the public to gain insights into his judicial mind and observe his decision-making process in high-profile cases.

With his dedication to justice and his extensive experience in the legal system, Hon. Justice Boloukuoromo Moses Ugo continues to contribute significantly to the Nigerian judiciary and the country’s legal landscape.