The family of the late leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has announced that the elder statesman will be buried on December 17, 2026.
The burial arrangements were contained in a programme of activities signed by his son, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, who is also the Secretary to the Ondo State Government.
The family described the late Fasoranti as its beloved patriarch, a foremost nationalist and leader of Afenifere, who died at the age of 100.
According to the programme, a Christian wake-keeping service will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, at his residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound at 4:00 p.m.
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The funeral service and interment will take place on Thursday, December 17, 2026, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, at 10:00 a.m.
The interment will follow immediately after the funeral service at the church cemetery, while a reception for guests will be held at his residence immediately after the interment.
The family also announced that an outing and thanksgiving service would take place on Sunday, December 20, 2026, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, by 10:00 a.m.
They called on the public to support them with prayers and attendance as they honour the memory of the late elder statesman, whom they described as a distinguished elder and patriot.
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