Prominent Nigerian community leader, businessman, and Board of Trustees (BOT) member for the Canaan Land Golf Course and Country Club, Elder Emmanuel Tunde Oludewa Aganbi, will be laid to rest on Friday, June 26, 2026 in Koko.
A member of the respected family of Sir Stephen Aganbi—a well-known Second Republic politician, lawyer, and Bible translator, Elder Emmanuel Tunde Aganbi passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Abuja at the age of 73, just a few weeks before his 74th birthday.
The family in a statement on Monday celebrated his unique leadership style, high moral values, and generous spirit.
The statement issued by Akogate Group Chief Executive Officer, Hon Felix Aganbi, remembered Elder Tunde Aganbi as a key figure who worked tirelessly to keep his community and family united.
“Elder Emmanuel Tunde Aganbi made immense contributions to the growth of the Itsekiri nation and Nigeria’s business community”
A highly active and dependable leader in the management of the Canaan Land Golf Course and Country Club, the statement appreciated Elder Tunde Aganbi for his kindness, wise guidance, and affection for children.
Elder Tunde Aganbi will be buried on Friday, June 26, 2026, in Koko.
“A service of songs will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Christiana Aganbi Hall in Koko while a golf tournament and traditional burial rites are scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Koko” the statement added.