Categories: NewsNigeria News

Afenifere Chieftain Ayo Adebanjo Is Dead

Afenifere chieftain Ayo Adebanjo is dead.

 

 

Glamtush reports that elder statesman and chieftain of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, has died at the age of 96.

This online news platform gathered that Adebanjo died on Friday morning at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.

The family confirmed his death in a statement made available on Friday.

The statement was jointly signed by his children, namely, Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), Mrs. Adeola Azeez (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), and Mr. Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo.

“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 statement reads.

It added, “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 family also disclosed that consultations are ongoing with Adebanjo’s friends, associates, and various interest groups across the country and beyond to finalise plans for a befitting funeral.

According to the statement, details of the funeral arrangements will be announced in due course, adding that a condolence register has been opened at his residence in Lagos and his country home in Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.

The former organising secretary of the Action Group is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, along with children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren

GLAMTUSH

Recent Posts

Epe Local Govt Chairman Celebrates Aare Adetola Olaniyi EmmanuelKing At 50

The Epe Local Govt Chairman has celebrated Aare Adetola Olaniyi EmmanuelKing on the  occasion of…

11 hours ago

President Tinubu Congratulates Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing At 50

President Tinubu has congratulated Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing at 50.   Glamtush reports that President Bola…

17 hours ago

Sterling Bank Leads Protest For Removal Of Bank Transfer Charges 

Sterling Bank is leading the protest for the removal of bank transfer charges.    …

2 days ago

A Life Of Purpose: My 50-Year Journey Of Impact, Gratitude And Philanthropy – Aare Adetola Olaniyi Emmanuelking

The 2nd of April holds a profound significance for me. This year marks a momentous…

2 days ago

President Tinubu Congratulates Jim Ovia On Admission To Freedom Of The City Of London 

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia,…

2 days ago

Tinubu Sacks Mele Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As Replacement

Tinubu has sacked NNPCL CEO Mele Kyari and appointed Ojulari as his replacement.    …

2 days ago