Afenifere Leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti Passes at 100
Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organization Afenifere, died at the age of 100 in Akure, Ondo State, on a Tuesday. Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa confirmed his passing, describing Fasoranti as a patriarch and a beacon of wisdom and integrity.
His son, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, stated that his father died peacefully in his sleep around 4 pm. President Bola Tinubu recalled a conversation with Fasoranti in 2022, where he expressed confidence that Tinubu would become President.
Tinubu praised Fasoranti as a father and a foremost leader, noting his unwavering commitment to the Yoruba people and Nigeria's unity. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo referred to Fasoranti as a titan of a generation that laid the foundation for modern Nigeria, emphasizing his character and dedication to public service.
The Reuben Fasoranti Foundation, established 10 years ago, will continue to be sustained by the family.
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