BREAKING: Afenifere leader, Ayo Adebanjo is dead | READ DETAILS
Leader of pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organization, Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, has died at the age of 96.
He died on Friday , February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.
The family confirmed his passing in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday.
“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, nd this he fought for until he breathed his last breath,” the statement read.
The family also disclosed that consultations are ongoing with Adebanjo’s friends, associates, and various interest groups across Nigeria and beyond to finalise plans for a befitting funeral. Details of the funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
Adebanjo, is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, along with children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
