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Breaking: Renowned nationalist, Afenifere leader Ayo Adebanjo passes away at 96

February 14, 2025 • 1 min read

February 14, 2025

By Ayinde Adeleke

Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, a distinguished lawyer, former organising secretary of the Action Group, and national leader of Afenifere, the Yoruba socio-cultural group, has passed away peacefully at the age of 96.

According to a statement from his family, Adebanjo died on Friday morning, 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.”

The statement further eulogized Adebanjo, saying, “We will forever cherish his commitment to truth, equity, and justice. His unwavering belief in and fight for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria continued until his last breath.”

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

The family has announced that consultations are underway with Adebanjo’s friends, associates, and various groups within and outside Nigeria to arrange a befitting funeral. Details of the funeral will be made public soon.

The statement was signed by Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh (née Ayo-Adebanjo), Mrs. Adeola Azeez (née Ayo-Adebanjo), and Mr. Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo on behalf of the family.