Hon. Justice Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola (JSC, rtd), a retired Justice of the Supreme Court is dead.

The Ayoola family, in a statement released earlier today, confirmed his demise, expressing profound gratitude to God for a life of remarkable service and accomplishment.

Justice Ayoola was renowned for his exceptional legal mind, unwavering integrity, and steadfast commitment to justice.

Justice Ayoola served at various levels, culminating in his appointment as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

His tenure on the bench was characterized by landmark judgments that have significantly shaped the landscape of Nigerian law and jurisprudence.

The Ayoola family wrote in a statement: ”With heartfelt gratitude to the Lord Almighty, for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing away of our beloved Dad, granddad, great grand dad, brother, uncle, benefactor and friend, Hon. Justice Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola (JSC, rtd; CON.”