The passing of renowned jurist, Justice Emmanuel Ayoola was announced on Tuesday August 20, 2024.
Daily Report Nigeria reports that Ayoola was a former chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). He passed away at the age of 90.
Below are ten things to know about Ayoola:
1. Distinguished Legal Career: Justice Ayoola had an illustrious legal career spanning over four decades, serving in various capacities in Nigeria, The Gambia, Seychelles, and Sierra Leone.
2. Educational Background: He obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of London and a BA in Jurisprudence from Oxford University.
3. Multiple Judicial Roles: He served as a Judge of the High Court of Western Nigeria, Oyo State, and The Gambia, as well as a Justice of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria and the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
4. International Experience: He was the President of the Court of Appeal of Seychelles and the Appeals Chamber of the Special Court for Sierra Leone.
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5. Commitment to Human Rights: He chaired the National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria from 2003 to 2005.
6. Anti-Corruption Efforts: He served as the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) from 2005 to 2010.
7. Legal Scholar: He edited several legal publications, including the Seychelles Law Digest, Law Reports of The Gambia, and Nigerian Monthly Law Reports.
8. Awards and Recognition: He received numerous awards for his contributions to the legal profession and human rights.
9. Leadership Roles: He was the Vice President of the World Judges Association in 1991 and chaired the Working Committee on Law Revision of the Laws of the Federation of Nigeria in 2000.
10. Legacy: Justice Ayoola left a lasting impact on the legal landscape in Nigeria and beyond, and his legacy continues to inspire future generations of legal professionals.
