By Ahura Mujuni Mark

Government has sent  its condolence message to the bereaved family of  late Justice Joseph Mulenga.

The message was delivered by the Minister for Information and National Guidance Mary Karooro  Okurut .

In a government statement issued on Thursday ,government hailed Justice Mulenga  as a true patriot who served Uganda in various capacities  rising to the position of Attorney General and Supreme Court Judge respectively.

Mulenga executed his duties with a sharp legal mind that made him an inspiration to young lawyers who always looked for him for mentorship.

Justice Mulenga’s death was announced yesterday and according to close sources he died at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala.