Elder statesman and prominent figure in the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, has passed away at the age of 96......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
Adebanjo reportedly died peacefully on Friday morning at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.
His family confirmed the news in a statement released to the press.
The statement was jointly signed by his children—Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh (née Ayo-Adebanjo), Mrs. Adeola Azeez (née Ayo-Adebanjo), and Mr. Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo.
“He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria home at the age of 96,” the statement read.
“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,” it added.
They also announced that consultations are ongoing with Adebanjo’s friends, associates, and various stakeholders to arrange a befitting funeral. Details of the burial plans will be shared in due course.
In the meantime, a condolence register has been opened at his residence in Lagos as well as his hometown, Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
Pa Adebanjo, who once served as the organising secretary of the Action Group, is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, as well as children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.