Governor of Lagos Babajide Sanwoolu has mourned the passage of former Governor of Lagos State Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande .
Sanwoolu said “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.”
He died at 91.
Jakande is believed to have been the Governor with the most enduring legacy so far in the history of the state.
