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JUST IN: Retired Supreme Court Justice, Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola Dies at 90

Hon. Justice Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola (JSC, rtd), a retired Justice of the Supreme Court, has passed away.

The Ayoola family confirmed his death in a statement released earlier today, expressing deep gratitude to God for his life of outstanding service and achievement.

Justice Ayoola was widely respected for his brilliant legal mind, unwavering integrity, and dedication to justice.

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Throughout his distinguished career, he served at various levels within the judiciary, ultimately becoming a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

His time on the bench was marked by landmark decisions that have had a profound impact on Nigerian law and jurisprudence.

In their statement, the Ayoola family said: “With heartfelt gratitude to the Lord Almighty for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, granddad, great-granddad, brother, uncle, benefactor, and friend, Hon. Justice Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola (JSC, rtd; CON).”

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