Burial Arrangements Announced For Late Afenifere Leader Reuben Fasoranti

By Samuel Egbewole 

The family of the renowned Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has officially declared that the deceased elder statesman will be laid to rest on December 17, 2026.

The prominent nationalist peacefully passed away at his home in Akure, Ondo State, on Tuesday at the venerable age of 100. His final burial rites will proceed shortly after a funeral program scheduled at St. David’s Cathedral, located in Ijomu, Akure.

These details were made public on Thursday evening in Akure through a joint press release issued by the family and authored by his son, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, who also serves as the Secretary to the Ondo State Government. The family emphasised that the planned funeral proceedings are intended to pay a fitting tribute to the legacy of the late icon.

“The family of late Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, CFR, is pleased to announce the burial arrangements of our beloved patriarch, leader of Afenifere and foremost nationalist, who passed away at the age of 100 years,” the statement said.

Based on the itinerary provided, a Christian wake will take place on Wednesday, December 16. This event is scheduled to hold at the late leader’s home, situated inside the Omolere Nursery and Primary School premises in Akure.

“The funeral service and interment will take place on Thursday, Dec. 17, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, with the interment scheduled to follow immediately after the service at the church cemetery.”

“Guests will be entertained at the deceased’s residence after the interment,” it said.

The burial events will culminate with a thanksgiving and outing service on Sunday, December 20, which will also be hosted at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure.

“We request your prayers and presence as we honour the memory of a distinguished elder and patriot,” the statement concluded.