Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul has expressed deep shock and grief at the death of former chief election commissioner (CEC) Justice Mohammad Abdur Rouf.
Justice Rouf, also the father of Additional Attorney General Mohammad Arshadur Rouf, died of old age complications at a city hospital on Sunday at 10 am. He was 91.
In a message of condolence, Asif Nazrul prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family members, an official release said.
Liberty News’ national correspondent reports that Justice Mohammad Abdur Rouf, a former Appellate Division judge, served as the country’s fifth CEC from December 25, 1990, to April 18, 1995.
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