Ohanaeze Ndigbo Mourns Pa Fasoranti, Consoles Afenifere and Yoruba Nation

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has expressed condolences to Afenifere, the family of Pa Reuben Fasoranti and the Yoruba nation following reports of the death of the prominent elder statesman at the age of 100.

The Igbo socio-cultural organisation, in a statement issued by its Global Publicity Secretary, Dr Ezechi Chukwu, said it shared in the grief of the Yoruba people over the loss of the revered Afenifere leader.

The organisation, speaking on behalf of its President-General, Senator John Azuta Mbata, and Ndigbo worldwide, described Fasoranti as a distinguished patriot and advocate of democracy, justice and good governance.

It noted that his exemplary life, integrity, principled leadership and commitment to national unity earned him respect across ethnic and political divides.

In his tribute, Mbata described Fasoranti’s passing as a significant loss to the Yoruba nation and Nigeria.

“The passing of Pa Reuben Fasoranti is a profound loss to the Yoruba nation and Nigeria as a whole. He was a respected elder statesman whose commitment to democracy, integrity and national unity will remain an enduring legacy. On behalf of Ndigbo worldwide, I extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, Afenifere and the entire Yoruba nation. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” Mbata said.

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide reaffirmed its solidarity with Afenifere, the Fasoranti family and the Yoruba people during the period of mourning.

The organisation also prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved family and all those affected by the loss.