Pa Reuben Fasoranti @100: The Elder Statesman Who Helped Preserve Democracy, A Living Symbol of Courage, Integrity & National Legacy, Says Engr. Tomiwa Aregbesola
The President of the Tomiwa Aregbesola Foundation, Engr. Tomiwa Aregbesola, has paid glowing tribute to elder statesman Pa Reuben Fasoranti on the occasion of his 100th birthday celebration, describing him as an epitome of integrity, courage, sacrifice, and unwavering patriotism whose contributions helped preserve democracy in Nigeria’s present dispensation.
In a press statement made available to Democrat News Magazine on Monday, May 11, 2026, Engr. Aregbesola extolled the exceptional virtues of the revered nationalist, noting that Pa Fasoranti’s life has transcended the boundaries of family heritage to become a national phenomenon deeply woven into the fabric of Nigeria’s political and democratic history. According to him, the centenarian remains one of the few living icons whose voice and convictions shaped the conscience of the nation during some of its most difficult moments.
The statement further described Baba Fasoranti as a symbol of resilience and principled leadership whose unwavering commitment to justice, fairness, and truth stood firm at critical crossroads in the nation’s democratic journey. Engr. Aregbesola emphasized that the elder statesman belongs to a generation of leaders who did not merely preach nation-building but sacrificed comfort, endured struggles, and paid enormous personal prices for the survival of democratic ideals and national unity.
Speaking on the significance of the centenary celebration, the Foundation President noted that at 100, Pa Fasoranti has become a living institution and a custodian of timeless wisdom whose influence has continued to inspire leaders across generations. He described the Afenifere leader as a defender of democratic values, a builder of men, and a father figure whose life reflects discipline, integrity, sacrifice, and uncommon devotion to humanity and national development.
Engr. Aregbesola concluded by stating that the celebration of Pa Reuben Fasoranti is not merely about longevity, but about honoring a century of transformational impact, statesmanship, courage, and service to mankind. He affirmed that the legacy of the elder statesman will continue to inspire generations yet unborn, describing him as a phenomenon of leadership and a national treasure whose footprints in the sands of history can never be erased.