Family releases burial timetable for Afenifere leader Fasoranti
The family of the late Afenifere leader and elder statesman, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has announced burial arrangements for the Yoruba leader, who died at the age of 100.
A statement signed by the deceased’s son, Taiwo Fasoranti, on behalf of the family, said the wake will be held on December 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at his residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound.
According to the statement, the funeral service and interment will take place on December 17, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, Ondo state, at 10:00 a.m. The reception will be held at his residence afterwards.
“An outing and thanksgiving service is scheduled for Sunday, December 20, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, at 10:00 a.m,” the statement added.
Mr Fasoranti died in his sleep on Tuesday, according to a statement credited to his son.
The Afenifere leader’s demise came months after he celebrated his 100th birthday in June.
President Bola Tinubu, South-West governors and other politicians mourned the deceased, hailing his struggle for the country’s democratic survival.
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