- Adebanjo, who passed away at the age of 96 on February 14, 2025, will be honored through a series of events leading up to his interment.
- On Friday, May 3, the burial ceremony will begin with a wake held at Adebanjo’s country home in Isanya Ogbo, Ijebu Ode.
- Following the wake, the interment will take place, and a reception will be held for guests at the same venue.
The family of the late Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, a prominent Afenifere co-founder and Nigerian nationalist, has revealed that the revered figure will be laid to rest in his hometown of Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, on May 3, 2025, Eko Hot Blog reports.
Adebanjo, who passed away at the age of 96 on February 14, 2025, will be honored through a series of events leading up to his interment.
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The funeral events will commence with a Day of Tributes and Service of Songs at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, where notable dignitaries, political associates, and family members will gather to pay their final respects to the elder statesman.
On Friday, May 3, the burial ceremony will begin with a wake held at Adebanjo’s country home in Isanya Ogbo, Ijebu Ode. Following the wake, the interment will take place, and a reception will be held for guests at the same venue.
A statement released by Ayotunde Ayo-Adebanjo, Adeola Azeez, and Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo on behalf of the family has requested friends, political and business associates, and the general public to keep the family in their prayers during this time of preparation and remembrance.
“We covet your prayers for the family and your professional support as we continue with preparations to give him a most befitting burial. We also look forward to your esteemed presence at all the events. Please accept the assurances of our highest regards,” the statement read.
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Pa Ayo Adebanjo was a respected statesman, pro-democracy activist, and a pillar of progressive politics in Nigeria. His contributions to nation-building, democratic advocacy, and Yoruba socio-political movements remain enduring legacies.
