The President
condoles with people and government of Osun and Ekiti States, family members,
friends and associates of the elder statesman, who served as a legislator in
both House of Representatives and Senate, and distinguished himself politically
by always
standing for the truth, especially on issues related to the uplifting
of the downtrodden.
Nigeria’s
President, Muhammadu Buhari has described the death of the Yoruba
socio-cultural and political organisation, Afenifere, leader, Pa Ayorinde
Fasanmi, as a big loss to Nigeria.
Buhari, in a
statement issued by Femi Adesina, his spokesman, affirmed that Chief Fasanmi’s
wise counsels borne out of humility, deep reflection, diligent studies and
experience would be sorely missed by governments at different levels, as he
regularly and willingly listened to leaders, and always had a good advice on
going forward.
As an ardent
follower and prodigy of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the President
believed the fearless and consistent leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural and
political organisation lived to serve his people and the nation, and the
progressive ideals that he projected impacted greatly and provided a road map
on development at state and federal levels.
Buhari noted
with commendation, that the efforts of Chief Fasanmi in the founding and
sustenance of Nigeria’s democracy would be remembered, and that posterity would
be glad for his great sacrifices.
The President
prayed that the Almighty God would receive the soul of the departed leader, and
comfort his family.
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