{
  "id": 6186680,
  "title": "Ogunwumiju, JSC Pays Tribute to Late Justice Kalgo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/ogunwumiju-jsc-pays-tribute-to-late-justice-kalgo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-07T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/08/ogunwumiju-jsc-pays-tribute-to-late-justice-kalgo/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Justice Helen Ogunwumiju, CFR, of the Supreme Court, has paid tribute to the late Justice Umaru Atu Kalgo, JSC (Rtd), CON. Ogunwumiju described Kalgo as an \"erudite, hardworking and compassionate jurist\" whose impact on Nigeria's Judiciary was immeasurable. Kalgo passed away at the age of 89 after a long legal career that spanned several decades. The former Senior Legal Aid Counsel in Sokoto State reminisced about her time with Kalgo between 1983 and 1986, recalling his precise conduct of criminal trials. Ogunwumiju highlighted Kalgo's ability to complete proceedings swiftly, often sitting until 5pm and delivering comprehensive judgments shortly thereafter. Known for his scholarly demeanor and a British sense of humor, the late Justice was an expert in the English language, capable of gently reprimanding less competent Counsel. Ogunwumiju remembered his patience and kindness towards her as a young lawyer grappling with understanding witness testimonies. Calm and composed, Kalgo continued to contribute to Nigerian jurisprudence even after his elevation to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Ogunwumiju expressed condolences to the Sokoto State Judiciary, the state's people, and Kalgo's family, offering prayers for the departed jurist's soul.",
  "summary": "Steve Aya A Justice of the Supreme Court, Helen Ogunwumiju, CFR, has described the late Justice Umaru Atu Kalgo, JSC (Rtd), CON, as an erudite, hardworking and compassionate jurist whose",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}