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Jonathan Visits Late Afenifere Leader Adebanjo’s Residence for Condolences

By Ayomide Otitoju

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday visited the residence of late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, in Lekki, Lagos, to offer his condolences following the elder statesman’s passing.

Describing Adebanjo as a man of unwavering courage who stood firmly for truth and justice, Jonathan emphasized that no nation could thrive without upholding these values.

“When we learned about the death of our leader, I issued a statement. But I felt a newspaper statement was not enough—we had to come here personally to pay our respects to the family and Afenifere leaders,” he stated.

He praised Adebanjo’s legacy, noting his pivotal role in championing democracy and justice in Nigeria.

“Our dear leader was not just an Afenifere leader; he was a national figure with immense wisdom and courage. He believed in truth and justice, and no nation can progress without these principles. I am not surprised he led Afenifere so well,” Jonathan said.

The former president also signed the condolence register during his visit.

Among other dignitaries present were former Sierra Leonean President Ernest Koroma, Chief Bode George, Chairman of Troyka Group Ayo Shobanjo, former Lagos Deputy Governor Kofowola Bucknor-Akerele, and lawyer Dele Farotimi.

Pa Adebanjo passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 96. Since his passing, several notable figures, including former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, and the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, have visited to pay their respects.

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