Politics
GOV. Peter Mbah of Enugu State has joined other well-meaning Nigerians in mourning prominent leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Pa Ayo Adebanjo
Pa Adebanjo died on Friday morning at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State at the age of 96.
Mbah in a post on his verified X handle — @PNMbah on Saturday, described the late nonogenerian as a courageous and principled leader who said it exactly the way he saw it, irrespective of whose ox was gored.
He also described him as a patriot, soldier of democracy and a respectable statesman.
He added that “I received with utmost shock and deep sense of grief, the passing of Pa Adebanjo.
“He was a forthright, courageous and principled leader, who spoke the truth without fear or favour. Always at the vanguard of equity and justice, Pa Adebanjo stoutly defended what he believed to be true, right and just.
“He was a soldier of democracy. Whether it was in the days of Pa Obafemi Awolowo or during the military era and the struggle for democracy under the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), he was fearless in the trenches, fighting for democracy and the blessings it promises.”
The governor said “on behalf of my family and the good people of Enugu State, therefore, I send heartfelt condolences to his family, the government and people of Ogun State, Afenifere, and indeed the Yoruba nation and Nigeria at large over this irreparable loss.”
He also prayed for peaceful repose of the soul of the deceased. (NAN)
15th February, 2025.
C.E.
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