The Southern Youth Association of Nigeria on Friday joins the nation in mourning the passing of the late Afenifere leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, a renowned Titan of the Obafemi Awolowo School of politics.
The association, in a statement signed by its Secretary General, Prince Ameachi Chukwuma
Secretary General commiserated with the family of the late Yoruba leader and the leadership of the Afenifere, particularly, Chief Reuben Fasoranti.
While mourning the late Yoruba leader, the association said "Chief Adebanjo was an exemplary leader, a pillar of Afenifere, and a devoted disciple of the late sage, Obafemi Awolowo.
"His contributions to the development of the Western Region, under Awolowo's leadership, are immeasurable. As a Yoruba patriot, he tirelessly advocated for a just and equitable Federation, where every region could thrive without hindrance.
"We believe that Chief Adebanjo's legacy will be celebrated, and he will be welcomed by his predecessors, including Awolowo, Chief Adekunle Ajasin, and Senator Abraham Adesanya, who all served with distinction. May his selfless soul rest in peace".
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