Afenifere Leader Fasoranti for Burial on December 17

The family of the late pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has fixed December 17, 2026, for his burial in Akure, Ondo State.

The burial arrangements were announced in a statement issued on behalf of the family by Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, the deceased’s son and Secretary to the Ondo State Government.

According to the programme, a Christian wake-keeping service will hold on Wednesday, December 16, at 4 p.m. at the late elder statesman’s residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound in Akure.

The funeral service and interment are scheduled for Thursday, December 17, at 10 a.m. at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure. The interment will take place immediately after the service at the church cemetery, while a reception will follow at his residence.

The funeral activities will conclude with an outing and thanksgiving service on Sunday, December 20, at 10 a.m. at St David’s Cathedral.

Fasoranti died on October 20, 2026, at the age of 100. Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa announced his death, describing him as an elder statesman whose life was marked by service to the state, Yorubaland and Nigeria.

The late Afenifere leader was an educationist and former Ondo State Commissioner for Finance, serving between 1979 and 1983 under the administration of the late Governor Michael Adekunle Ajasin.

He was also associated with the pro-democracy struggle against military rule and remained a prominent advocate of true federalism, social justice and good governance.

President Bola Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo and other political leaders have paid tribute to Fasoranti, highlighting his contributions to democratic development and his longstanding commitment to public service.

The family has called on relatives, associates, political leaders and well-wishers to join them in honouring the life and legacy of the late nationalist.