Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has mourned the death of elder statesman and respected Yoruba leader, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who died at the age of 100.
Aiyedatiwa, in a condolence message, described Fasoranti’s death as a great loss to Ondo State, Yorubaland and Nigeria, saying the late elder statesman devoted his century-long life to the development of the state and the country.
The governor said Fasoranti was a patriarch and a beacon of wisdom, integrity and selfless service whose contributions to public life would remain significant. 
He said, “With a heavy heart but with total submission to the will of God, I announce the passing of our revered elder statesman, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who departed this world at the glorious age of 100.”
Aiyedatiwa noted that the late statesman’s counsel, fatherly guidance and principled positions on justice and good governance would be greatly missed.
According to the governor, Fasoranti lived a fulfilled life and left behind an enduring legacy of honour and service for generations to come.
“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.
The governor prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and for strength for the bereaved family to bear the loss.
“May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace,” Aiyedatiwa added.
