Former Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, is dead.
He was the first civilian Governor of Lagos State and served from October 1, 1979, to December 31, 1983.
He became governor under the platform Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN) founded by a former Premier of the Western Region, Obafemi Awolowo.
Fondly called Baba Kekere, he died in the early hours of Thursday at the age of 91.
The Governor of Lagos, Babajide-Sanwo-Olu, who confirmed his death in a tweet via his Twitter account, said Jakande died on Thursday morning in Lagos.
“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 patriotic statesman and the first Civilian Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande.
“Baba Jakande’s record of service as a leader of remarkable achievements in Lagos State will remain indelible for generations to come.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Lagos State, I want to express my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family, and friends of Baba Jakande.
“May Allah grant him Aljanat Firdaus, Aamin,” he said.
