By Rukayat Aliu
The National Leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has died at the age of 100.
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, announced his death in a statement he personally issued on Tuesday.
The governor described the late elder statesman as a respected leader whose life was devoted to the development of Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria.
“With a heavy heart but with total submission to the will of God, I announce the passing of our revered elder statesman, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who departed this world at the glorious age of 100,” Aiyedatiwa said.
He described Fasoranti as a “patriarch” and “a beacon of wisdom, integrity and selfless service,” adding that his century-long life was marked by an unwavering commitment to public service.
According to the governor, the late Afenifere leader’s counsel, fatherly guidance and principled positions on justice and good governance would be greatly missed.
“His counsel, fatherly guidance and principled stand on issues of justice and good governance will be sorely missed.
He lived a fulfilled life and left indelible footprints of honour and legacy for generations to come,” the statement added.
Aiyedatiwa, on behalf of the Ondo State Government and its people, extended condolences to the Fasoranti family, the people of Akure Kingdom and the state over the loss.
He prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul.
Further details surrounding Fasoranti’s death and funeral arrangements had yet to be announced as of the time of filing this report.
