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Pa Fasoranti Exhibited Accountability As Finance Commissioner- Oyedele

BY CHIKA OKEKE, Abuja
Pa Reuben Fasoranti

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Prof Taiwo Oyedele has described late Pa Reuben Fasoranti as a public servant that exhibited accountability during his years as the Commissioner of Finance, in the old Ondo State.

Joining the nation to mourn the passing of a revered elder statesman in Abuja, the minister noted that the life of Pa Fasoranti was defined by integrity, principle, and dedicated public service.

Oeydele, who is a proud son of Ondo state, informed that the late leader of Afenifere demonstrated discipline, fairness, and commitment to the public good throughout his life.

He said: “For those of us in economic management, his record as Commissioner for Finance in the old Ondo State under Chief Michael Ajasin remains a clear benchmark of prudence, accountability, and ethical stewardship.

“I join the nation in mourning the passing of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, a revered elder statesman and leader of Afenifere. Reaching the milestone of a century, his life was defined by integrity, principle, and dedicated public service.

“As a proud son of Ondo State, I share in the grief of our people. The finest tribute to his century of service is to lead with the discipline, fairness, and commitment to the public good that he demonstrated throughout his life.”

The minister expressed his deepest condolences to the Fasoranti family, Afenifere community, and people of Ondo State, praying that God grants Pa Fasoranti peaceful rest abode.

Born on May 11, 1926, in Akure, Ondo State, Pa Fasoranti died on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the age of 100 at his residence in Akure.

His career as a teacher, principal, and educationist marks his commitment to public service and community development. After retirement, he established Omolere Nursery School and Akure High School. Both schools stand as monuments to his outstanding legacy as a school administrator.

He served as Commissioner of Finance during Chief Michael Adekunle Ajasin’s administration, between 1979 and 1983 in Ondo State. His tenure was marked with sound fiscal management of the state’s finances, alongside the diligent implementation of the UPN cardinal programme on free education, free healthcare, rural development, and sustainable employment.

As a committed political activist, he joined Chief Obafemi Awolowo’s Action Group. He later became one of the prominent figures of the Unity Party of Nigeria led by Chief Awolowo.

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