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Former Supreme Court Justice Mohammed Ibrahim will be laid to rest today, December 18, 2025, at Kariakor Muslim Cemetery, with funeral rites commencing at 1:40 p.m., according to a Judiciary statement.
Justice Ibrahim passed away on Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. in Nairobi. Sources close to the family revealed that he had been receiving treatment in India but was advised to return to Kenya for his final days.
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He was due to begin terminal leave ahead of his mandatory retirement on January 1, 2026. He is survived by his wife and four children.
News of his passing drew tributes from across the country. President William Ruto described him as “a steadfast defender of constitutional order” and highlighted his historic role as the first member of his community to be admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, inspiring generations to pursue justice and equality under the law.
Chief Justice Martha Koome remembered him as “a jurist of humility, intellect, and unwavering commitment to justice,” noting that his career bridged courageous advocacy and principled judging, embodying service to the nation.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga praised Justice Ibrahim’s quiet courage and conviction, which strengthened Kenya’s judiciary during politically turbulent times.
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The Law Society of Kenya, led by President Faith Odhiambo, described him as “a towering source of inspiration” whose calm, astute, and independent voice left a lasting mark on Kenya’s legal landscape. Odhiambo noted that his contributions to jurisprudence reflected deep knowledge, character, and dedication to advancing the law.
Justice Ibrahim’s career spanned over four decades. Admitted to the Bar in 1982, he was the first Kenyan Somali to become an Advocate of the High Court. He distinguished himself as a human rights defender, public-interest lawyer, and founding trustee of the Mwangaza Trust, actively promoting access to justice and defending fundamental rights.
He supported pro-democracy activists during the late 1980s and early 1990s, joined the Judiciary as a High Court judge in 2003, and was elected in 2022 as the Supreme Court representative on the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). His legacy is remembered for integrity, courage, and lifelong commitment to justice.
