by Isi Esene

Eminent jurist, Kayode Eso is dead.

In a statement released by his family, Justice Eso died earlier today in London, United Kingdom.

The statement partly reads, “With Glory to Almighty God we wish to announce the peaceful passing on of our husband, father, grandfather, and brother Justice Kayode Eso JSC CON CFR on Friday 16 November 2012 at Hammersmith Hospital London United Kingdom.”

Justice Eso is survived by his wife Helen Aina Eso, his children, Funmilayo Eso-Williams and Olumide Eso, as well as his grandchildren.

We will bring you more detail as we get them.