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Rotimi Akeredolu, governor of Ondo state, has congratulated Reuben Fasoranti, former leader of Afenifere, on his 97th birthday.

In a statement by Richard Olatunde, the governor’s media aide, on Thursday, Akeredolu described the Afenifere leader as “our pride in Yorubaland”.

He also praised Fasoranti for supporting Bola Tinubu, the president-elect, during the election adding that his “wisdom, high moral value, and beliefs are essential guides for desired development”.

The governor said the nonagenarian is a committed and patriotic Nigerian whose passion and dedication to nation-building and national development are indisputable.

“Pa Fasoranti is our pride in Yorubaland. He is a leader and father of our race. We embrace his tenets and steadfastness. His passion for the development and progress of the country is commendable,” Akeredolu was quoted as saying.

“Despite old age, Pa Fasoranti has continued to contribute meaningfully to the progress of our land and the country. He is not just a Yoruba leader; his foresight, commitment, and unwavering faith in humanity are unrivalled.

“Baba’s experience and advice are most desirable. He has navigated, over the years, the political terrain of our country. His wisdom, high moral value, and beliefs are essential guides for desired development.”