President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed grief over the death of a retired Supreme Court Justice, Uthman Muhammad Argungu, describing his demise as a significant personal and national loss.
President Tinubu in a statement signed by his Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, remembered the late elder statesman as a distinguished jurist whose life was dedicated to serving humanity and his country with unwavering integrity and commitment.
Reflecting on Justice Argungu’s rich legacy, the President recalled his early contributions as a teacher in the old Sokoto Province.
Argungu’s teaching career was followed by an illustrious legal career that began with his call to the bar in 1965 and culminated in his elevation to the Supreme Court bench in 1993.
His influence as a jurist extended beyond Nigeria, as he also served as a visiting justice of the Supreme Court of the Gambia.
In honour of Justice Argungu’s remarkable life and service, President Tinubu offered prayers for the repose of his soul and extended his heartfelt condolences to his family, the government, and the people of Kebbi State during this time of mourning.
Justice Argungu, who died at the age of 90, was a respected jurist and a cherished associate of the President.
Following Islamic rites, he was laid to rest on Sunday in his hometown of Argungu, Kebbi State.
Rtd Justice Uthman Muhammed Argungu served for 12 years in the Supreme Court, from 1993 to 2005 when he retired.
Mercy Chukwudiebere
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