Afenifere Leader, Reuben Fasoranti Dies At 100

Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, the national leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has died at the age of 100.

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, confirmed his death in a statement he personally issued on Tuesday.

The governor described the late elder statesman as a respected leader whose life was defined by wisdom, integrity and selfless service to 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,” the statement read.

Aiyedatiwa noted that Fasoranti’s contributions to the development of the state and the country would remain significant, adding that his counsel, fatherly guidance and principled positions on justice and good governance would be greatly missed.

He said the late Afenifere leader had left behind an enduring legacy of honour and service that would continue to inspire generations.

The governor also extended his condolences to the Fasoranti family, the people of Akure Kingdom and the entire Ondo State over the loss, praying for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul.