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Breaking : First Lagos Civilian Governor, Lateef Jakande Is Dead
Lateef Jakande, first civilian governor of Lagos state, has died at the age of 91.
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos, announced his death on Thursday through his twitter handle.
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.
— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) February 11, 2021
”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,” Sanwo-Olu said.
Jakande was governor of Lagos from 1979 to 1983. He was later appointed minister of works by Sani Abacha in 1993.
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