Adebanjo prepared us for his death a decade ago — Ebiseni

The Secretary-General of the late Chief Ayo Adebanjo’s faction of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Sola Ebiseni, has disclosed that the deceased prepared for his death 10 years ago.

Ebiseni, in a statement made available to The Guardian, said the late Adebanjo had strengthened his followers in the struggle for a better country.

While vowing to continue to carry on with the agenda of the late Afenifere leader, Ebiseni stressed that Adebanjo will be remembered for his advocacy of restructuring.

He said, “The Afenifere wishes to formally announce the demise, early today, the 14th of February 2025, of our leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, at the age of 96.

“An avowed Awoist and progressive school of thought, Ayo Adebanjo was known for his central-stage advocacy of restructuring, true federalism, and a Nigeria of equity, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for its constituent ethnic nationalities.

“For about a decade, Baba had often reminded his followers that, at his age, he was already at the ‘departure lounge’ to strengthen us for the continued struggle for a better Nigeria, a country he truly loved. We will undauntedly keep the banner afloat.

“Subsequent statements will be made available as directed by the Deputy Leader, Oba Oladipo Olaitan, in consultation with Baba’s immediate family.”