The family of the late Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, former leader of Afenifere and foremost nationalist, has fixed December 17, 2026, for his burial.
Fasoranti, who died at the age of 100, will be laid to rest following a funeral service scheduled for 10 a.m. at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, Ondo State.
In a burial announcement signed by Dr Taiwo O. Fasoranti on behalf of the family, a Christian wake-keeping service will be held on Wednesday, December 16, at 4 p.m. at the deceased’s residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound.
The statement said the interment would follow immediately after the funeral service at the church cemetery, while a reception would be held at his residence after the burial.
It added that an outing and thanksgiving service would take place on Sunday, December 20, at 10 a.m. at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure.
The family called for prayers and the presence of well-wishers as it prepares to honour the memory of the late elder statesman and patriot.
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