The National Leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has died on the age of 100.
Fasoranti was one of the distinguished figures in Yoruba socio-political affairs and a longstanding voice in Nigeria’s political growth.
His loss of life marks the passing of a number one determine in Afenifere, an organisation identified for its advocacy for Yoruba pursuits, federalism and restructuring in Nigeria.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa confirmed his loss of life in a press release personally issued on Tuesday, October 20.
Aiyedatiwa described Fasoranti as an elder statesman whose life was dedicated to public service and the event of Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria.
He mentioned the late Afenifere chief’s steering and dedication to justice and good governance could be drastically missed.
The governor prolonged his condolences to the Fasoranti household, the individuals of Akure Kingdom and residents of Ondo State.
Fasoranti was born on May 11, 1926, in Akure. He served as Commissioner for Finance below the administration of former Ondo State Governor Adekunle Ajasin between 1979 and 1983.
He later emerged as Afenifere’s chief following the loss of life of Pa Abraham Adesanya and remained an influential voice within the organisation’s advocacy for federalism, restructuring and democratic governance.
Erizia Rubyjeana
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