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Death and funeral plans for Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoroti
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Death of and funeral plans for Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti Fasoroti
Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organization Afenifere, died on October 20, 2026, at the age of 100. Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa announced the death, noting that Fasoranti passed away peacefully in Akure. He was recognized as a lifelong advocate for democracy, restructuring, and true federalism, having served as the Commissioner for Finance in the old Ondo State between 1979 and 1983. Following his death, Afenifere released has announced funeral arrangements, including arrangements to honor the late statesman. The schedule includes a Christian wake-keeping on December 16, 2026, followed by a funeral service and interment at St. David’s Cathedral in Akure on December 17, and a thanksgiving service on December 20. The organization also addressed and dismissed Oba Olu Falae, Chairman of the National Executive Committee, is coordinating the burial committee alongside the Fasoranti family. In response to rumors regarding of an internal leadership crisis, Afenifere leadership—including Deputy Leader Oba Oladipo Olaitan—dismissed such claims, stating that the current priority is honoring the late leader. a dignified farewell. They emphasized that succession will follow established organizational traditions and internal selection processes rather than personal campaigning or lobbying.
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- 2026-10-27 09:06 UTC Death and funeral plans for Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoroti
- 2026-10-25 19:47 UTC Death of Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti
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