Family Announces Funeral Plans For Late Afenifere Leader, Fasoranti

The family of the late leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has announced funeral arrangements for the elder statesman, who died at the age of 100.

The arrangements were contained in a programme of events signed by his son, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, who is also the Secretary to the Ondo State Government.

According to the family, the funeral ceremonies will take place in Akure, the Ondo State capital, with activities scheduled to honour the life and legacy of the late nationalist.

The programme will begin with a Christian wake-keeping service at his residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound in Akure.

The funeral service and interment will hold at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, with the interment scheduled to take place at the church cemetery immediately after the service.

A reception for guests will follow at the deceased’s residence, while the funeral activities will conclude with an outing and thanksgiving service at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure.

In announcing the arrangements, the family described Fasoranti as a beloved patriarch, respected leader of Afenifere and foremost nationalist who lived to the age of 100.

The family also appealed to friends, associates, political leaders and well-wishers to support them with prayers and join in honouring the memory of the late elder statesman.

Fasoranti’s death was announced on Tuesday, October 20, by Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who described him as a revered elder whose life was marked by wisdom, integrity and selfless service.

The governor said the late Afenifere leader made significant contributions to the development of Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria, adding that his counsel and principled stand on justice and good governance would be greatly missed.

President Bola Tinubu also paid tribute to Fasoranti, describing him as an icon of principle and one of the prominent figures in the progressive political tradition associated with the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo.

Born on May 11, 1926, Fasoranti was an educationist and former Commissioner for Finance in the old Ondo State. He was widely regarded as a prominent voice in Yoruba socio-political affairs and the struggle for democracy in Nigeria.

His death has continued to attract tributes from political leaders, traditional institutions and other Nigerians who have acknowledged his contributions to public service, education and the advancement of democratic governance.