* Late Chief Ayo Adebanjo
By Ibidapo Olowolayemo, Ibadan
Friday February 14, 2025
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A chieftain of Yoruba sociopolitical organisation, Afenifere, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, is dead.
He reportedly died at his Lekki, Lagos residence on Friday, aged 96.
Hi demise was contained in an official statement from his family which was circulated to journalists on Friday.
“With a heart full of gratitude for a selfless life spent in the service of God, the nation and humanity, we announce the passing on of our beloved patriarch, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo.
“He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96.
“The foremost nationalist, elder statesman, distinguished lawyer, very distinct politician, apostle of true federalism, former Organising Secretary of Action Group and the national leader of Afenifere is survived by his 94 year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
“We will forever cherish his commitment to fighting for truth, equity and justice. His belief and struggle for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria was total and this he fought for until he breathed his last breath,” the statement read.
It was also learnt that arrangements for Pa Adebanjo’s funeral are underway, as “the family is currently in conversations with relevant stakeholders and associates around the country.”
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