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Ayo Adebanjo, leader of Afenifere, dies at 96
Ayo Adebanjo, the national leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, has died at the age of 96.
A statement by his family said Adebanjo died on the morning of Friday, February 14, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos state.
“He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96,” the statement reads.
“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 said discussions about the funeral is ongoing, adding that arrangements will be announced in due course.
The statement was signed on behalf of the family by Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), Adeola Azeez (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), and Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo.
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