The Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) New Era has celebrated Pa Reuben Rasoranti on his 100th birthday, hailing him as a towering Yoruba icon and a living embodiment of resilience, wisdom, and cultural pride.
In a heartfelt press statement released on May 6, the group joined millions of Yoruba people at home and abroad in honouring the centenarian’s remarkable life. For over seven decades, Pa Rasoranti has served as an educationist, community leader, and elder statesman, fearlessly advocating for justice, equity, and the Yoruba cultural identity within Nigeria.
“Pa Rasoranti stands as a living embodiment of Yoruba resilience, wisdom, and unwavering commitment,” the statement reads. His efforts have preserved the Yoruba language and traditions, championed regional self-determination, and defended democratic values amid challenges. Embodying the Omoluabi ethos of integrity, courage, and service, he has shaped public discourse on restructuring, federalism, and Yoruba interests, inspiring leaders, activists, and youth across the Southwest.
OPC National Leader Comrade Adesina Akinpelu praised Pa Rasoranti’s enduring legacy, calling his milestone “not just a personal achievement but a national celebration of a patriot.” The group prayed for his continued health and strength, wishing him more peaceful years surrounded by loved ones.
“Happy 100th Birthday, Pa Reuben Rasoranti! The Yoruba race salutes you.”