…Aiyedatiwa Mourns Elder Statesman
It is the end of an era in Indo state with the passing of the last of the titans of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere leader, Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who joined his ancestors at age 100.
The passing of the Afenifere leader was announced by the governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
Announcing the passing of Chief Fasoranti in a condolence message, Aiyedatiwa mourned the death of the elder statesman.
Aiyedatiwa described the death of the revered Yoruba leader as a great loss to Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria, noting that his life was characterised by wisdom, integrity and selfless service.
The governor, in the condolence message issued on Tuesday, said that Fasoranti devoted his life to the development of the state and the country, leaving behind an enduring legacy of honour and principled leadership.
He said that the late elder statesman’s counsel, fatherly guidance and unwavering commitment to justice and good governance would be greatly missed.
Commiserating with the family, the people of Akure kingdom and the entire people of Ondo State over the loss, Aiyedatiwa prayed that God would grant the family and all those mourning the deceased the strength to bear the loss, while also praying for the peaceful repose of his soul.
