Breaking: Afenifere Chieftain, Ayo Adebanjo Passes On at 96

Breaking: Pa Ayo Adebanjo, Afenifere Chieftain, Passes On at 96

Eagles Sight News reports that renowned elder statesman and chieftain of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, has passed away .

The Chieftain died peacefully at his Lekki residence in Lagos State this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at the age of 96 .

According to a statement jointly signed by his children, Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh, Mrs. Adeola Azeez, 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 family praised Adebanjo’s commitment to fighting for truth, equity, and justice, stating “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” .

Adebanjo is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The family is currently making arrangements for his funeral, with details to be announced soon. A condolence register has been opened at his residence in Lagos and his country home in Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode, Ogun State .

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