Northern Governors eulogize late Afenifere leader, Pa Fasaranti

The Northern Governors Forum on Friday acknowledged the death of elder statesman and leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Pa Ayorinde Fasanmi.

Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum, Governor Lalong of Plateau State in a condolence message described the death of Fasaranti as a great loss to the Yoruba nation and Nigeria as a whole, giving his enormous contributions to the political development of Nigeria.

Lalong noted that Pa Fasanmi played an active role in the enthronement of democracy and its sustenance through his roles as a legislator in the first and second Republics where he advocated for good governance, justice, and equity.

While praying God to grant his soul eternal rest, the governor condoled with his family, friends, political associates, and followers.