Sanwo-Olu congratulates Afenifere leader, Fasoranti, at 100
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- Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu congratulated Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti on his 100th birthday.
- Sanwo-Olu lauded Fasoranti's lifelong contributions to Yorubaland and Nigeria, highlighting his role as a disciple of Chief Obafemi Awolowo and a respected statesman.
- The governor praised Fasoranti's commitment to education, leadership, public service, truth, equity, justice, true federalism, and good governance.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has extended warm felicitations to elder statesman and esteemed leader of the Afenifere socio-cultural group, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as he marks his centenary birthday. Governor Sanwo-Olu, who also chairs the South-West Governors Forum, recognized Pa Fasoranti as a steadfast leader and one of the few remaining disciples of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. This milestone is not just a personal achievement but a moment of pride for the entire Yorubaland.
On behalf of my family, the government and people of Lagos State, as well as my brother governors in the Southwest, I congratulate the Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, on his centenary birthday celebration.
In a statement issued from Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu, through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, paid glowing tribute to Pa Fasoranti's indelible impact on the development of Yorubaland and Nigeria at large. He described the Afenifere leader as a statesman whose passion for progress and unwavering commitment to public service have touched countless lives. His courageous and uncompromising leadership style has been a beacon, inspiring many and leaving a legacy that is deeply appreciated by the people of Yorubaland.
Papa Fasoranti has made a lot of positive impact in Yorubaland and has done great exploits as the leader of Afenifere by steering the ship of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation in the right direction.
The governor emphasized that Pa Fasoranti has been a consistent champion for truth, equity, justice, true federalism, and good governance for decades. His steering of the Afenifere ship in the right direction has been commendable. Reaching the age of 100 in good health and sound mind is a blessing worthy of profound gratitude to God. Governor Sanwo-Olu prayed for continued blessings of good health, wisdom, and understanding for Pa Fasoranti, celebrating a life devoted to the Nigeria project and the advancement of his people.
He has devoted and committed himself to the Nigeria project since his active years.
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