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Former Lagos governor, Lateef Jakande dies at 91

Remembering Lateef Jakande for his service to the people

Former Governor of Lagos State, Lateef Jakande is dead. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the death via his Twitter handle that the former governor died on Thursday morning in Lagos at age 91.

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”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 tweeted.