A foremost nationalist and Co-founder of Afenifere movement, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, is dead. He was aged 96.
He died on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.
The family confirmed his passing in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday.
āHe died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96,ā the statement read.
Adebanjo, a distinguished lawyer, former organising secretary of the Action Group, and the national leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, along with children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
āWe 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,ā the statement added.
The family also disclosed that consultations are ongoing with Adebanjoās friends, associates, and various interest groups across Nigeria and beyond to finalise plans for a befitting funeral. Details of the funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
