The family of Chief Ayo Debanjo has announced his transition which happened earlier today.
The statement signed by his three children goes thus-
Breaking: CHIEF AYO ADEBANJO HEEDS THE LORD’S CALL AT 96
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 foremost nationalist, elder statesman, distinguished lawyer, very distinct politician, apostle of true federalism, former organising secretary of Action Group, and national leader of Afenifere 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 in and struggle for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria were total, and he fought for this until his last breath.
The family is consulting with Papa’s friends, associates, and numerous interest groups across Nigeria and beyond to fine-tune plans for a befitting funeral, details of which will be communicated in due course.
A condolence register is open at his residence in Lagos (8, Ayo Adebanjo Close, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos) and his country home in Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode Ogun State.
SIGNED:
Mrs. Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo)
Mrs. Adeola Azeez (nee Ayo-Adebanjo)
Mr. Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo
For The Family
