Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, sitting; From left to right: Mrs Rachael Falae; Former Secretary to the Federal Government and ex Presidential candidate, Chief Olu Falae; Ondo State Social Democratic Party chairman, Chief Korede Duyile, APC state chairman Engnr Ade Adetimehin and Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu
“You are not just a Yoruba leader; your wisdom, high moral values and candour are such impeccable virtues every human society desires as beacons to make progress.
“Your unwavering faith in our revered race, the Yoruba, your commitment to service; the untainted records of discipline, hardwork and steadfastness are enthralling enough to serve collectively, as resource pool to all.
“This is a day of many reflections; a day of sobriety for many, for obvious reasons, but to others, a day worth praying for and celebrating in an unusual manner that would resonate the loud quest of many for your strong and uncommon faith in God.
“At 94, we all require your faith and wisdom; we need your services more than yesteryears, not only in Yorubaland but in Nigeria at large. You are adorably enigmatic”.
Above were the words of the Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN in his message to foremost Yoruba leader and Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti on the occasion of his 94th birthday, as recorded by his media aide, Richard Olatunde.
Earlier on May 11, Akeredolu who attended a solemn family birthday service at Pa Fasoranti’s residence in Akure, extolled the virtues of the Afenifere leader, encouraging him to be strong and resolute in faith. Anglican Venerable J. A. Olugasa ministered at the brief event.
The service which was conducted in strict observance of the social and physical distancing protocols, had in attendance former finance minister and erstwhile Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Chief Olu Falae and his wife, Rachael; Basorun Sehinde Arogbofa, Chief Korede Duyile and Chief Femi Aluko.
