The Benin Consultative Forum (BCF), a socio-cultural organisation founded for the advancement of the Benin people and Nigeria, has marked the one-year remembrance of its late Pioneer President, Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase, CFR.
In a statement issued today, to commemorate one year of his demise, the Forum described the late Dr. Arase as a visionary leader whose wisdom and foresight laid the foundation for the socio-cultural organisation.
Describing him as a trailblazer who united many, celebrated the Benin heritage and dedicated his life to building a just and egalitarian society, the Benin Consultative Forum describes him as a visionary leader whose wisdom laid a foundation of the organization.
They said his dedication to justice, cultural preservation, unity, and service to humanity has continued to inspire members of the Forum and the Benin nation at large.
“We remember him as a trailblazer who united many, celebrated our heritage, and dedicated his life to building a just and egalitarian society,” it stated.
“The Benin people, Nigeria, and humanity at large will continue to cherish Dr. Arase’s exemplary life, uncommon dedication, selfless service, and compassionate leadership,” the statement further read.
BCF further noted that although the late Dr. Arase is no longer alive, his enduring legacy, treasured values, and unceasing struggles for humanity and service continue to guide its path forward.
The late Dr Solomon Arase was the pioneer President to the Forum while Dr Samson Osagie, who now serves as the Acting President, was the Vice President of the Forum
He will be remembered as a trailblazer who celebrated Edo heritage using his position as NCP to create a safer society for all to thrive particularly in Edo State.
The Forum has prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul, extending their loving thoughts and solidarity to his family,and expressed optimism that although he is no longer with them physically, his enduring legacy, treasured values and unceasing struggles to humanity and advance service will continue to guide the Forum’s pathway forward.