“One Afenifere, One Leader” Group affirms Pa Fashoranti’s leadership position amid Dele Farotimi’s appointment

January 29, 2025

By Ayinde Adeleke

The Afenifere group has released a press statement clarifying its leadership structure, emphasizing that Pa Reuben Fashoranti remains the true leader of the organization.

According to the statement signed by Abagun Kọle Ọmọlolu, National Organising Secretary, made available to The Yoruba Times on Wednesday, the group acknowledges the appointment of Dele Farotimi as the National Organising Secretary of a faction led by Pa Adebanjo.

“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 Fashoranti.

“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.” The group said.

However, the statement asserts that there is only one authentic Afenifere, which continues to operate under the leadership of Pa Fashoranti.

The statement emphasizes that the authentic Afenifere upholds the core values and principles that have guided the organization since its formation.

Part of the statement reads, “While we respect the democratic rights of individuals to organize and associate, the leadership of Pa Fashoranti is the only legitimate and recognized Afenifere . It is imperative that the public is aware of the distinction between the authentic Afenifere and any other group that may claim the name for political purposes.”

The group remains committed to the welfare and progress of the Yoruba people and the entire nation.

While acknowledging the democratic rights of individuals to organize and associate, the statement stresses that Pa Fashoranti’s leadership is the only legitimate and recognized Afenifere.

The group urges the public to be aware of the distinction between the authentic Afenifere and any other groups that may claim the name for political purposes.

The statement concludes by reiterating the group’s focus 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.“ the group mentioned