BABA AYO ADEBANJO, A LEADER SO DEAR TO THE IGBO NATION AS TO ALL MEN OF GOODWILL.

UNITED IGBO ELDERS COUNCIL (UNIEC) WORLDWWIDE

Tribute To:

BABA AYO ADEBANJO.


The Igbo nation is in unison saddened by news of the demise of the illustrious Chief Ayo Adebanjo, a great leader of the Afenifere, of the South and Middle Belt Forum, and champion of peace based on justice. While the world mourns him, Pa Adebanjo represents for the Igbo nation in particular more than a tribute can tell:


1– Pa Adebanjo believed in the unity of the Igbo and Yoruba peoples, the correction of any mistakes of the past, and an abiding handshake across the Niger between the two brotherly nations.


2– He correctly assessed that unity and mutual understanding between the Igbo and Yoruba would be a sure foundation for civilizational peace in Nigeria, and for her progress and development.


3– Pa Adebanjo fully understood and sympathized with the cries of marginalization and other targeted injustices against the Igbo in Nigeria, and firmly advocated for their solution. He not only loved the Igbo and Yoruba, but also saw in the Middle Belt and other Nigerians, necessary equal players in bringing about the desired New Nigeria.


4– Pa Adebanjo denounced in particular the denial of the Presidency to the Igbo, insisting that the office not only rotates South, but specifically to the Igbo peoples. He mobilized most Nigerians to support this legitimate demand, which majority of the people overwhelmingly did across all nooks and corners of the country, defying, religion, tribe, tongue, and other man-made cleavages.


5– Pa Adebanjo consistently advocated for the unconditional release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu; condemned the attribution of criminality to his peaceful agitations for self-determination, the orchestrated killings in the East purported to be in connection with an “insurgency,” and the several unlawful profilings of the Igbo on account of their struggles for equal treatment and legitimate rights.


6– Pa Adebanjo was particularly unwavering in also condemning the military-imposed Constitution, and saw in a new Peoples’ Constitution, preferably through a political Restructuring, as an urgent desideratum in addressing the national question. In all this, the great man always did his best to carry along those who present themselves as “Igbo leaders.”


From the Egbe Omo Oduduwa, to Afenifere, Action Group, and down to the UPN, Pa Adebanjo was a consistent champion of inclusion, mutual consideration, and peace. Because of these qualities his leadership of our brotherly Yoruba nation was natural, which he performed with outstanding results.


7– Pa Adebanjo was not a corrupt leader, he never believed in public office as means for self-enrichment, and never oppressed any group or individuals on account of anything.

The United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide, painfully misses this noble man, and extends to the family, the great Yoruba race, and all Nigerians of goodwill, our deepest condolences.


Pa Adebanjo left when needed most by suffering Nigerians; he has done his best, left an excellent legacy, and a worthy template for peace based on justice, which all Nigerians may wish to abide with if the country is to survive.


SIGNED:

1- His Lordship, Justice Alpha Ikpeama – Director-General.


2– Prof. Obasi Igwe – Director, Media and Publicity.


February 15, 2025.

Culled from Guide Post News Blog. 

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