Pa Fasoranti’s family announces December 17 burial plans for the late Afenifere leader, who died at 100 in Akure, Ondo State

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The burial arrangements were contained in a statement issued on Thursday night in Akure, Ondo State, by the Secretary to the State Government and the deceased’s son, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti.

According to the statement, the funeral service will take place at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, with the interment scheduled to follow immediately afterwards at the church cemetery.

The family said the arrangements were intended to honour the memory of the late nationalist, who was widely known for his leadership of Afenifere and his contributions to public life.

“The family of late Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, CFR, is pleased to announce the burial arrangements of our beloved patriarch, leader of Afenifere and foremost nationalist, who passed away at the age of 100 years,” the statement read.

The statement disclosed that a Christian wake service would hold on Wednesday, December 16, at the late elder statesman’s residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School compound in Akure.

The funeral service and interment are scheduled for Thursday, December 17, at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure. Guests will be received at the deceased’s residence after the interment.

An outing and thanksgiving service will follow on Sunday, December 20, at the same cathedral.

The family called on well-wishers to offer prayers and attend the ceremonies in honour of the late Afenifere leader.

“We request your prayers and presence as we honour the memory of a distinguished elder and patriot,” the statement added.

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, had announced Fasoranti’s death in a condolence message personally signed on Tuesday in Akure.

The governor described the centenarian’s death as a significant loss to Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria.

He praised Fasoranti for a lifetime of service, highlighting his integrity, wisdom and commitment to the development of society.

“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,” Aiyedatiwa said.

The governor added that the late nationalist would be remembered for his fatherly guidance, wise counsel and principled positions on justice and good governance.

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Fasoranti’s death has drawn tributes from those who regard him as an influential voice in Yoruba affairs and Nigerian public life.