Fasoranti’s Afenifere Dismisses Farotimi Appointment, Says “Any Group With Similar Name Is Serving Political Interest”

By Ayodele Oni

Pa Reuben Fasoranti-led faction of Afenifere has clarified that it remains the only authentic pan Yoruba Group.

Reacting to Tuesday’s appointment by another faction, under the headship of Chief Ayo Adebanjo, of human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi as its national organizing secretary, it maintained that Afenifere under Fasoranti remains committed to development and progress of the Yoruba nation. Any other faction, it said, is fake.

A statement on Wednesday by Kọle Ọmọlolu, National Organising Secretary of the Fasoranti-led group noted:

“I acknowledge the appointment of Dele Farotimi as the National Organising Secretary of the faction led by Pa Adebanjo.

“However, it is important to clarify that there is only one authentic Afenifere, which remains under the leadership of Pa Reuben Fasoranti.

“This body continues to uphold the core values and principles that have guided us since the formation of Afenifere, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to the welfare and progress of the Yoruba people and the entire nation.

“While we respect the democratic rights of individuals to organise and associate, the leadership of Pa. Fashoranti is the only legitimate and recognised Afenifere.

“It is imperative that the public is aware of the distinction between the authentic Afenifere and any other groups that may claim the name for political purposes.

“As we continue our work, our focus remains on unity, justice, and the advancement of democratic values.

“We are committed to collaborating with all those who share these principles, irrespective of factional differences. The future of our region and our country depends on our ability to remain united and focused on the issues that matter most to our people.”