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Chief Olu Falae, the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SFG) has reacted to the demise of the late Afenifere leader, PA Ayo Adebanjo....TAP HERE TO READ THE FULL STORY..>>
He described him as the last Mohicans who lived a good life.
Speaking in a chat with Vanguard, Falae said: “He is one of the last Mohicans and those of us his contemporaries, we will continue with his integrity and steadfastness to supporting what is right.”
Pa Ayo Adebanjo died at the age of 96.
His family in a statement said he passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State.
The statement reads: “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 the 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 and struggle for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria was total and this he fought for until he breathed his last breath.
“The family is consulting with Papa’s friends, associates, numerous interest groups across the length and breadth of Nigeria and beyond, to fine-tune plans for a befitting funeral details 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.”
