Fasoranti Celebrates Wole Soyinka's 92nd Birthday

On July 13, 2026, Reuben Fasoranti, the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organization Afenifere, celebrated the 92nd birthday of Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka. In a congratulatory message, Fasoranti described Soyinka as a "shining star" and a source of pride for the Yoruba race, Nigeria, and Africa.

He emphasized that Soyinka is a rare breed whose positive impact transcends ethnic and racial boundaries. Fasoranti expressed gratitude to God for allowing Soyinka to reach this milestone and acknowledged his vigorous mental and physical state.

He expressed hope that Soyinka would live to be 100 years old in good health, contributing to Nigeria's pride and development.