VP Shettima condoles with family of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, Afenifere leader

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has extended his heartfelt condolences following the death of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a prominent leader of the Afenifere group, who passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the age of 96.

In a condolence message issued on Monday in Abuja, Shettima described Pa Adebanjo as a tireless advocate for a more equitable and progressive Nigeria.

He acknowledged the late leader’s significant contributions to the nation’s democratic journey, highlighting his roles as Organising Secretary of the Action Group and leader of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) during the military regime.

“Pa Adebanjo was a champion for a better Nigeria, consistently advocating for justice and fairness, even in his final days,” Shettima said in the statement.

He went on to praise Pa Adebanjo as one of the greatest political figures in the history of the country, whose passing marks the end of an important era in Nigerian politics.

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The Vice-President also reflected on the cultural significance of Pa Adebanjo’s death, noting that in African tradition, the passing of an elder takes away a vital part of the nation’s history.

Shettima conveyed his deepest sympathy to the family of Pa Adebanjo, particularly to his 94-year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, and expressed his hope that they would find the strength to cope with the loss.

Pa Adebanjo is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.