Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has expressed sadness over the death of the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-poitical organisation, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, at the age of 100.
Aiyedatiwa, in a condolence message he personally signed on Tuesday in Akure, said the death of the centenarian was a great loss to Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria.
The governor described Fasoranti as a patriarch and beacon of wisdom, integrity and selfless service, whose life was dedicated to the development of the society.
According to him, the late elder statesman demonstrated uncommon commitment to the progress and development of Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria throughout his lifetime.
“With a heavy heart but with total submission to the will of God, I announce the passing of our revered elder statesman, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who departed this world at the glorious age of 100.
“Pa Fasoranti was a patriarch, a beacon of wisdom, integrity and selfless service whose century-long life was marked by uncommon commitment to the development of our dear State, Yorubaland and Nigeria at large,” he said.
Aiyedatiwa said the deceased would be remembered for his fatherly guidance, wise counsel and principled positions on issues bordering on justice and good governance.
He noted that Fasoranti lived a fulfilled life and left behind enduring legacies worthy of emulation by the present and future generations.
“His counsel, fatherly guidance and principled stand on issues of justice and good governance will be sorely missed.
“He lived a fulfilled life and left indelible footprints of honour and legacy for generations to come,” the governor said.
Aiyedatiwa, on behalf of the government and people of Ondo State, commiserated with the Fasoranti family, the people of Akure Kingdom and the entire state over the loss.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul. (NAN)