The Chairman of the House Committee on Information and lawmaker representing Odigbo Constituency I in the Ondo State House of Assembly, Akoni Ifabiyi Olatunji, has described the death of the national leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as a profound loss to Ondo State, the Yoruba nation and Nigeria at large.
Ifabiyi, in a statement issued by his Press Secretary, Sam Ajide, on Thursday, described the news of the elder statesman’s death as shocking, noting that his passing had come at a time when his wisdom and counsel were greatly needed.
The lawmaker said Fasoranti, as a prominent leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, devoted his life to promoting national unity and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups.
According to him, the late elder statesman consistently offered timely interventions on critical national issues, particularly during periods of tension and controversy, in a bid to preserve the unity and stability of the country.
“Though Papa was ripe in age, I received the news of the death of the national leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, with shock. His passing at this critical time, when his counsel as an elder statesman is needed, is saddening,” he said.
Ifabiyi described Fasoranti as a remarkable leader, statesman and patriot who dedicated his life to promoting the unity, progress and well-being of the Yoruba nation and Nigeria as a whole.
He noted that the late Afenifere leader made significant contributions to fostering inter-ethnic harmony, peaceful coexistence and mutual understanding among the various peoples of the country.
The lawmaker added that Fasoranti’s legacy of selfless service, wisdom and unwavering commitment to national unity and development would remain a source of inspiration to generations to come.
He said the late elder statesman’s death was a significant loss to the Yoruba nation and the entire country, given his contributions to public discourse and his interventions on matters of national importance.
“On behalf of the people of Odigbo Constituency I, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Fasoranti family, the Afenifere family, the entire Southwest region and Nigeria as a whole.
“May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may God grant his loved ones the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
“Once again, we mourn with you and pray that the Almighty God will console and comfort the Southwest region during this difficult time,” Ifabiyi said.
He prayed for divine comfort for the bereaved family, members of Afenifere and all those affected by the death of the elder statesman.
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