Afenifere Leader, Ayo Adebanjo Dies At 96

Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the leader of Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere has died.

Pa Adebanjo died on Friday morning, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State, at the age of 96.

His death was announced by his family in a statement signed by Mrs Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), Mrs Adeola Azeez (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), and Mr. Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo on behalf of the family.

The statement partly reads; “He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96.

“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.”

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