Elder Emmanuel Tunde Aganbi, Pioneer Trustee of Canaanland Golf Course, Dies at 73

Elder Emmanuel Tunde Oludewa Aganbi passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 in Abuja at the age of 73. He served with distinction as a trustee of the Canaanland Golf Course and Country Club. His family described his death as a monumental loss to the Itsekiri nation and Nigeria. They remembered him for his generosity, integrity, spirituality, and unwavering commitment to his goals. A prominent lawyer, Bible translator, and Second Republic politician, he left a lasting mark through visionary leadership in both the business community and public service. He was praised for wise counsel, humility, and a warm sense of humour. Christian burial rites will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Lagos. A memorial golf tournament and traditional burial rites are scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Koko, Warri North LGA.

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