JUST IN: Governor Sanwo-Olu Confirms Former Governor Lateef Jakande’s Death

MICHAEL AKINOLA

Former Lagos State Governor, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande, is dead.

He died Thursday morning in Lagos aged 91.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu confirmed his demise in a series of tweet.

“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 collosal loss and he will be missed.

“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,” Sanwo-Olu stated.

The former journalist was governor of Lagos State from 1979 to 1983 and later served as Minister of Works under the General Sani Abacha military regime (1993–98).