As the final rites for the late Mrs. Zeporah Galumje draw to a close, retired Supreme Court Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, in a deeply emotional tribute at her wake keep in Jalingo, mourned the profound loss of his lifelong companion.
Describing her passing as a heartbreak at the twilight of his life, Justice Galumje revealed that their marriage was built on a solemn vow that only death would part them, a promise now fulfilled with her departure on June 4.
Amid tears and tributes, the Police Service Commission, where he serves as Commissioner representing the Judiciary, expressed unwavering solidarity with the grieving jurist, honouring a woman remembered for her quiet strength, dignity, and devotion.
Justice Galumje who had at a Service of Songs programme in Abuja for the late wife disclosed that he and his wife had voluntarily agreed when they got married that only death can separate them, which he said they fulfilled with the passing on of the wife on the 4th of June this year.
But yesterday while speaking at the Wake Keep held at the Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria in Jalingo, Taraba state, the retired Justice of the Supreme Court regretted that “she left me at the age and time I needed her most. At my age, I needed her but she is no longer with me but I will remain alone till it is time for God to call me home”. My wife created peace in my life and in my house but she has gone and will never come back to me. I am however strong and it is coming from the Almighty God”.
In a tribute at the Wake Keep, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, said the Commission stands in solidarity with Justice Galumje during this time of grief.
DIG Argungu who was represented by Mr. Ikechukwu Ani, Head, Press and Public Relations of the Commission said the late wife of Justice Galumje “was a woman of dignity, compassion with an unwavering support not only to her family but also as a source of encouragement and stability to her husband throughout his distinguished career in the Judiciary “.
In her quiet way, she contributed immensely to the peace and harmony that made it possible for Justice Galume to serve the nation with such commitment and honour. She was a great woman whose sacrifices although silent, was deeply significant”
According to the PSC Chairman, “we are gathered here to honour the memory and celebrate the life of a woman who meant so much to her family, her community, and everyone who had the privilege to know her. We mourn with you in this moment of profound loss, we know that no words can fully express the pain of losing a life partner, a confidant, and a pillar of strenght.
“At this time, we pray for comfort and strength for the family – Justice Galumje, the children, grand children, and all loved ones. May God in his infinite mercy grant her eternal rest and reward her with paradise ”
The remains of late Mrs Zeporah Galmuje will be committed to mother earth, tomorrow, Saturday, June 21st 2025 at her husband’s village, Didan Taraba.
