Former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi has mourned the demise of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, chief of Afenifere, describing him as a principled chief whose contributions to the Yoruba nation and Nigeria could be remembered.
Fayemi, who was additionally a former chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), mentioned the late elder statesman performed important roles in schooling, progressive politics and democratic improvement.
In a condolence assertion personally signed by him on Wednesday, Fayemi described Fasoranti as his former college principal, mentor and father determine whose counsel influenced his public life.
He mentioned Fasoranti distinguished himself by way of integrity, equity and dedication to the welfare of the Yoruba individuals.
“Baba Fasoranti was a remarkable leader whose strength lay not only in his convictions but also in his wisdom, fairness and ability to listen,” Fayemi mentioned.
The former governor mentioned the late Afenifere chief supplied ethical steering at crucial moments in Nigeria’s historical past and earned respect throughout political divides and generations.
Fayemi mentioned the demise was additionally a private loss, recalling the steering and counsel he obtained from Fasoranti over time.
He famous that the late statesman upheld the progressive beliefs related to Chief Obafemi Awolowo, notably social justice, good governance and the welfare of extraordinary residents.
According to him, Fasoranti’s dedication to democratic values and constitutional authorities helped maintain the progressive motion by way of difficult intervals in Nigeria’s political historical past.
Fayemi mentioned the late chief’s legacy lay within the values he upheld, the causes he championed and the generations he impressed.
He urged those that stay to protect the beliefs of integrity, braveness, service and good governance for which Fasoranti stood.
The former governor prolonged his condolences to the Fasoranti household, the individuals of Akure and Ondo State, the management and members of Afenifere, the Yoruba nation and different Nigerians mourning the elder statesman.
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