February 14, 2025
A foremost nationalist, elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, has passed on.
He died peacefully at the age of 96 years on Friday morning of February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.
According to a statement that was signed on behalf of the family by Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), Mrs. Adeola Azeez (nee 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.”
Pa Adebanjo, was a distinguished lawyer, former organising secretary of the Action Group, and the national leader of the Pan Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, along with children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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“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 noted.
The statement, further disclosed that consultations are ongoing Pa 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.
Meanwhile, a condolence register has been opened at his residence at 8, Ayo Adebanjo Close, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos and at his country home in Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
