Afenifere leader Pa Fasoranti passes away at 100

Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation Afenifere, has died at the age of 100.

According to The Nation, his death was confirmed on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in Akure, Ondo State.

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa announced the development in a condolence statement issued on behalf of the state government.

Aiyedatiwa described Fasoranti as a patriarch and symbol of wisdom, integrity and selfless service who dedicated his life to the development of Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria.

The governor said the elder statesman’s guidance and commitment to justice and good governance would be greatly missed.

“On behalf of the Government and the good people of Ondo State, I commiserate with the Fasoranti family, the people of Akure Kingdom and the entire State over this great loss,” he said.

Aiyedatiwa also prayed for the peaceful repose of Fasoranti’s soul.

Further details surrounding his death are expected to emerge shortly.