A report claiming Justice Sheikh Ibrahim died in a Paris hospital has been circulating on social media. The claim has attracted attention and sparked reactions online.
According to the report by Igbotimes magazine, alleged that the judge, who reportedly served on the 2023 presidential election tribunal, died after battling an undisclosed illness in the French capital. It also claimed the development threw the judiciary into mourning and prompted reactions from lawyers and members of the public.
A closer review of the publication tells a different story. The website includes a disclaimer stating that the report is fictional and should not be treated as factual news. No statement from the National Judicial Council, the judge’s family, or any credible Nigerian news organisation supports the claim involving Justice Sheikh Ibrahim.
As of the time of filing this report, there is no verified evidence that Justice Sheikh Ibrahim has died in Paris or elsewhere. Readers should confirm viral claims with official sources and trusted news organisations before sharing them online.
