The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has mourned the death of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, describing the late Afenifere leader as an elder statesman whose life was marked by integrity, principle and public service.
Key Highlights
- Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele mourns Afenifere leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti.
- He describes Fasoranti as an elder statesman of integrity, principle and public service.
- Oyedele hails his tenure as finance commissioner in old Ondo State under Chief Michael Ajasin.
- He urges public office holders to uphold Fasoranti’s discipline and fairness.
Oyedele expressed his condolences in a tribute to Fasoranti, in which he reflected on the late leader’s contributions to governance and his record as a public servant.
A Model Of Prudence In Public Finance
He particularly highlighted Fasoranti’s tenure as commissioner for finance in the old Ondo State under the administration of Chief Michael Ajasin, describing it as a model of prudence, accountability and ethical management of public resources.
The minister, who identified himself as a proud son of Ondo State, said he shares in the grief of the people over the loss of the respected Yoruba leader.
According to Oyedele, the most meaningful way to honour Fasoranti’s legacy would be for public office holders to uphold the discipline, fairness and commitment to the public good that characterised his life.
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He extended his condolences to the Fasoranti family, members of Afenifere and the people of Ondo State, praying for the peaceful repose of the deceased.
Fasoranti, whose life spanned a century, was widely associated with Yoruba political and cultural advocacy through his leadership role in Afenifere.
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