Chief Ayo Adebanjo, a leading nationalist, elder statesman, and prominent figure in the Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, has passed away at the age of 96.
He died at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025.
The family has confirmed his passing in a statement made available on Friday.
“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 family statement read.
Adebanjo is survived by his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
