Obasanjo Pays Tribute to Fasoranti and Uduaghan's Legacy

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of Chief Reuben Fasoranti, the former leader of Afenifere, and Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, the former governor of Delta State. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abeokuta by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, Obasanjo praised Fasoranti as a titan of modern Nigeria, noting his selfless service, integrity, and contributions to education and nation-building.

He recalled Fasoranti's role as a school principal and his tenure as Commissioner for Finance in the old Ondo State under the Unity Party of Nigeria administration, emphasizing his fiscal discipline and leadership during a fragmented national period. Regarding Uduaghan, Obasanjo described his passing as a significant loss to Nigeria, recognizing him as a dedicated medical professional and accomplished statesman.

He highlighted Uduaghan's administrative skills during his tenure as Commissioner for Health and later as Secretary to the State Government, which prepared him for his governorship role starting in 2007.