(SINL NIGERIA) A top member of the Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, has died at the age of 96.
Adebanjo was a foremost nationalist and elder statesman.
He died peacefully at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025.
The family confirmed his passing in a statement on Friday.
“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 family statement read.
Adebanjo is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
“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 added.
