Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described late Senator Ayo Fasanmi has an exemplary leader who spent the greater part of his life in the service of humanity, particularly the Yoruba course where he contributed to the development of the region.
Governor Sanwo-Olu in a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile on Thursday, also described Fasanmi as a great nationalist, passionate leader and humility personified.
According to the Governor,“Pa Fasanmi was indeed an icon who will never be forgotten in history of Nigeria and the Yoruba race. He will surely be missed.
“Late Pa Fasanmi, who was an Awoist to the core, would be remembered for his words of wisdom in keeping Nigeria as one united entity.
” He was indeed an icon who will never be forgotten in history of Nigeria and the Yoruba race. He will surely be missed”.
He had always been advocating to Yoruba leaders to forget their differences and close the ranks for the good of the Yoruba race and Nigeria as a whole.
“According to the frontline politician and second republic senator, this is (then) the time for political differences that have existed among the Awoists and the entire Afenifere clan to be cleared.
“At this auspicious time in our country, it is good we are having an occasion like this which brings many of us (Awolowo Associates) together. The event of today suggests to me that we need to forget our differences.
“On behalf of my family, the Lagos State Government and people of the state, I want to express my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the immediate family members of the deceased; the government and people of Ekiti and Ondo States over the irreparable loss.
“May God give the departed soul eternal rest and the family the fortitude to bear the loss. Adieu Pa Ayo Fasanmi.
