Kalu mourns late Afenifere leader, Fasoranti

Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has expressed condolences to the family of late elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, who died at the age of 100.

Kalu described the late Yoruba leader as a respected statesman who devoted much of his life to the service of humanity, national unity and Nigeria’s development.

In a statement he signed on Tuesday, the senator said Fasoranti lived a long and fulfilled life marked by patriotism, selfless service and commitment to democratic ideals.

“Pa Fasoranti lived a long and fulfilled life marked by patriotism, selfless service and commitment to the unity and progress of Nigeria.

“His contributions to democracy, good governance and national development will remain part of his enduring legacy,” Kalu said.

The former governor extended his condolences to the deceased’s family, the leadership of Afenifere, the government and people of Ondo State, and the Yoruba nation.

He urged the family to take solace in Fasoranti’s remarkable life and enduring contributions to the country.

Kalu also prayed for the peaceful repose of the late elder statesman’s soul and asked God to grant his family the strength to bear the loss.

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