The Burial Committee for the late elder statesman and Afenifere Leader, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has commenced formal preparations for his state burial following a meeting with the deceased’s family and Afenifere in Akure.

The meeting, held at the residence of the late Pa Fasoranti, focused on harmonising burial arrangements among the family, government and other stakeholders to ensure a befitting programme in honour of the centenarian.

In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, the delegation was received by the Olu of Ilu-Abo, Oba Oluyemi Falae, and the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, on behalf of the family and Afenifere.

The committee assured the family of the state government’s readiness to work closely with all stakeholders to celebrate the life, contributions and legacies of Pa Fasoranti, who died at the age of 100.

Children and grandchildren of the deceased were also present at the meeting.

The engagement marks the commencement of coordinated efforts towards a befitting state burial for the revered elder statesman.