Elder statesman and one of the leaders of the Yoruba socio-cultural organization, Afenifere, Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, is dead.
He was 96 years old.
His death was confirmed in a statement signed by his children – Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), Mrs. Adeola Azeez (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), and Mr. Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo – for the family.
Adebanjo died on Friday at his Lekki, Lagos State residence.
The statement reads in part: “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.”
“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 reads further.
The family said details of the funeral arrangements would be made public in due course.
Adebanjo is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
