By Andrew Kariuki
Supreme Court Judge Ibrahim Mohammed was laid to rest on Tuesday at the Kariokor Muslim Cemetery in Nairobi, following Islamic burial rites attended by family members, colleagues and members of the legal fraternity.
The veteran jurist, who passed away after a prolonged illness, was remembered as a towering figure in Kenya’s judiciary and one of the inaugural judges of the Supreme Court established under the 2010 Constitution.
His death has drawn an outpouring of tributes from across the legal and public service spheres.
During the burial, former Chief Justice David Maraga led tributes in honour of Justice Mohammed, describing him as a principled jurist who upheld integrity throughout his career.
Maraga said the late judge was “one man who never tolerated anything to do with corruption,” noting that his commitment to ethical judicial service set a standard for generations of judges.
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi also joined members of the Judiciary and senior advocates in paying tribute, praising Justice Mohammed’s jurisprudential depth and his unwavering dedication to constitutionalism, human rights, and the rule of law.
Justice Mohammed served the country at a pivotal moment in its constitutional history, playing a key role in shaping the Supreme Court’s early jurisprudence and strengthening public confidence in the Judiciary following the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution.
As condolences continue to pour in, colleagues and legal scholars have described his passing as a significant loss to Kenya’s justice system, citing his legacy of independence, professionalism, and service to the nation.
