The burial arrangements for the late Afenifere leader, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, have been announced by his family.
In a statement released on Monday, the family disclosed that the elder statesman would be interred on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
“A Day of Tributes and Service of Songs will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos.
“A wake is scheduled for Friday, May 2, 2025, at Pa Ayo Adebanjo’s country home in Isanya Ogbo, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
“The final burial service will take place at St. Phillips Anglican Church, Isanya Ogbo, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, on Saturday, May 3, 2025. A thanksgiving service will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the same church,” the statement said.
The family called for prayers and support as preparations continue for a befitting burial, extending an invitation to well-wishers and associates to attend the events in honour of the late nationalist


