The late Pa Ayo Fasanmi

Ololade Adeyanju/

Elder statesman and prominent Yoruba leader, Pa Ayo Fasanmi, died last night, says his son in a statement.

Confirming the death of the former leader of Afenifere, his son, Folabi stated: “With great gratitude to the Almighty God for a life well spent, we wish to announce the demise of our father, Senator Ayo Fasanmi at the ripe age of 94 years.

“The Second Republic Senator who until his death was a leader of the Yoruba Socio Cultural Group, Egbe Afenifere (ILOSIWAJU YORUBA) and a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, passed on peacefully in Osogbo on Wednesday night.

“The burial arrangement will be announced by his immediate family in conjunction with his political associates and the South West Governors.

 “He was born 27th September, 1925.”

0

By Dipo

Dipo Kehinde is an accomplished Nigerian journalist, artist, and designer with over 34 years experience. More info on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipo-kehinde-8aa98926

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *