The family of late Afenifere leader and elder statesman, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has announced December 17, 2026, for his funeral service and interment.
Gatekeepers News reports that Fasoranti, a renowned nationalist and prominent Yoruba leader, died at his residence in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Tuesday at the age of 100.
In a burial announcement signed by Dr Taiwo Fasoranti on behalf of the family, a Christian wake-keeping service was scheduled for Wednesday, December 16, at 4:00 p.m. at the deceased’s residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound, Akure.
The funeral service will take place on Thursday, December 17, at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, at 10:00 a.m., with interment to follow immediately at the church cemetery.
The family said guests would be received at the deceased’s residence after the interment.
An outing and thanksgiving service has also been scheduled for Sunday, December 20, at St David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, at 10:00 a.m.
The statement announcing the arrangements read, “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.”
Reiterating the schedule, the family stated: “Funeral service and interment will hold on Thursday, 17th December, 2026, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, while interment will follow immediately after the service at the Church Cemetery. Guests will be entertained at his residence immediately after the interment.”
The family further confirmed that the outing and thanksgiving service would hold on Sunday, December 20, at the same cathedral.
“We request your prayers and presence as we honour the memory of a distinguished elder and patriot,” the statement concluded.
