Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, the national leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has died at the age of 100.
His death was announced on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, by Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, in a statement personally signed by him.
The governor expressed sadness over the death of the elder statesman, describing him as a respected leader whose life was marked by wisdom, integrity, and selfless service to Ondo State, Yorubaland, and Nigeria.
“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 noted that Fasoranti dedicated his life to public service and the development of society, adding that his counsel, fatherly guidance, and principled positions on justice and good governance would be greatly missed.
Aiyedatiwa also extended condolences to the Fasoranti family, the people of Akure Kingdom, and the entire Ondo State over the loss.
“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,” the governor stated.
