The Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Prof. Dayo Faduyile, OON, has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the demise of the leader of Pan-Yoruba Socio-Political Group, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, OFR.
It would recalled that Pa Fasoranti , died on Oct. 20 at the age of 100.
In a condolence message personally signed on Friday in Abuja, Faduyile, on behalf of his family and the good people of Ondo South, described the passing of the centenarian statesman as the fall of an Iroko and a monumental loss to Yoruba land and Nigeria.
The lawmaker said that late chief Fasoranti was an icon of integrity, courage and principled leadership.
According to him, As the leader of Afenifere and a distinguished elder statesman, he dedicated his entire life to the service of Yoruba land, Nigeria and humanity.
“His unwavering commitment to true federalism, justice, equity and good governance will remain an indelible reference point for generations to come.
“The state has lost a patriarch, Yoruba land has lost a custodian of progressive ideals, and Nigeria has lost a moral compass whose voice of wisdom stabilized the nation at critical moments,” Faduyile said.
The Ondo South Senatorial, however, prayed to Almighty God to grant the soul of Pa Fasoranti eternal rest and grant his family, the people of Akure Kingdom, Afenifere, and the entire Yoruba race the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
He added that the legacies of selflessness, discipline and service bequeathed by Baba will continue to endure.