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Breaking: Afenifere Leader Ayo Adebanjo is Dead


Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a prominent leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, has passed away at the age of 96.

According to VANGUARD, Adebanjo’s family disclosed this in a statement made available to pressmen, noting that he died on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.

The family statement read, “He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96.”

Adebanjo is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, as well as children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

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Adebanjo was a distinguished lawyer, former organising secretary of the Action Group, and the national leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere.

His family praised his commitment to fighting for truth, equity, and justice, saying, “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 Nigeria and beyond to finalise plans for a befitting funeral.

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The statement 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.


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