Lagos: Ex-Governor, Lateef Jakande Is Dead

...Gov. Sanwo-Olu reacts

Alhaji Lateef Jakande, a former governor of Lagos State has died, aged 91.

Jakande who passed away on Thursday ruled Lagos between October 1, 1979, and December 31, 1983.

Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, confirmed the passage of the elder statesman in a statement on Thursday afternoon.

Baba Jakande's record of service as a journalist of repute and a leader of remarkable achievements as governor of Lagos State will remain indelible for generations to come.

His death is a collosal loss and he will be missed. pic.twitter.com/QAVuQZtk1f

— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) February 11, 2021

 

On behalf of the Government and people of Lagos State, I want to express my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and comrades of Baba Jakande.

May Allah grant him Aljanat Firdaus, Aamin. pic.twitter.com/ddWZD3EkVG

— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) February 11, 2021

He wrote, “With gratitude to God for a worthy life well spent in the service of Lagos State, Nigeria and humanity, I announce the death of a venerable statesman, outstanding politician, public administrator and the first Civilian Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande.

“Baba Jakande’s record of service as a journalist of repute and a leader of remarkable achievements as governor of Lagos State will remain indelible for generations to come.

“His death is a colossal loss and he will be missed.

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“On behalf of the Government and people of Lagos State, I want to express my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and comrades of Baba Jakande.

“May Allah grant him Aljanat Firdaus, Aamin.”