Tinubu Mourns Retired Supreme Court Justice Argungu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Supreme Court Justice Uthman Muhammad Argungu, describing his passing as a significant personal and national loss.
Justice Argungu, who died at the age of 90, was a highly respected jurist and a close associate of the President. He was buried on Sunday in his hometown of Argungu, Kebbi State, in accordance with Islamic rites.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu eulogized the late elder statesman as a distinguished jurist whose life was marked by dedication to humanity, justice, and national service.
A Legacy of Service
The President reflected on Justice Argungu’s contributions to Nigeria, starting from his role as a teacher in the old Sokoto Province. His legal journey began with his call to the bar in 1965 and culminated in his appointment to the Supreme Court in 1993.
Justice Argungu’s influence transcended Nigeria’s borders, as he also served as a visiting justice of the Supreme Court of the Gambia, showcasing his expertise and commitment to the legal profession internationally.
Tributes and Condolences
President Tinubu paid tribute to Justice Argungu’s legacy of integrity and excellence, offering prayers for the repose of his soul. He extended heartfelt condolences to the Argungu family, the government, and the people of Kebbi State, urging them to find solace in the jurist’s remarkable life of service and impact.
The passing of Justice Argungu marks the end of an era for a man whose contributions to Nigeria’s judiciary and public service will be remembered for generations.
